The first portal of math and physics instruction for high school students. Our focus is not just solving the exercises, but also the step-by-step explanation of any mathematical shift as in solving math and physics exercises. This is the pillar of this project and its philosophy, the key to success is that every high school student can increase his results in these subjects. Portali i pare i mesimeve te matematikes dhe […]

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The first portal of math and physics instruction for high school students. Our focus is not just solving the exercises, but also the step-by-step explanation of any mathematical shift as in solving math and physics exercises. This is the pillar of this project and its philosophy, the key to success is that every high school student can increase his results in these subjects.

Multidisciplinary center providing full logopedic service and sign language course. Logopedic service is a service that is offered mainly to children who have present problems with articulation as a primary problem or another problem during which the communication and expression of the world is achieved that the child’s interior. Sign language is enabled with the course, an innovation in which not only signs are taught, but a part of the culture […]

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Multidisciplinary center providing full logopedic service and sign language course. Logopedic service is a service that is offered mainly to children who have present problems with articulation as a primary problem or another problem during which the communication and expression of the world is achieved that the child’s interior. Sign language is enabled with the course, an innovation in which not only signs are taught, but a part of the culture of people do not hear.

UIsLI is a vocal dictionary in Albanian. The name “UIsLI” describes the main qualities of this vocabulary: “U” – unique – is unique in its kind in the Albanian market for the moment; “I” – intelligent – uses artificial intelligence to function; “S” – the initial social idea is intended to have a social impact; “L” – learning-the main use to learn; “I” – improvement- improvement in the lives of […]

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UIsLI is a vocal dictionary in Albanian. The name “UIsLI” describes the main qualities of this vocabulary:

“U” – unique – is unique in its kind in the Albanian market for the moment;

“I” – intelligent – uses artificial intelligence to function;

“S” – the initial social idea is intended to have a social impact;

“L” – learning-the main use to learn;

“I” – improvement- improvement in the lives of potential users.

The idea of ​​creating UIsLI was more like a desire to meet an existing demand in the Albanian market: the lack of a vocal dictionary in Albanian language, suitable for use by people with limited viewing opportunities. Being the UIsLI main goal is to create a social impact in Albanian society, the dictionary will be offered free of charge to people with visual impairments.

We increase the safety of people traveling to and from events, we connect all means of public transport and at the same time support our environment. We achieve this by offering organizers an easy way to create and implement passenger transport concepts for their events. Original text: Wir erhöhen die Sicherheit von Personen, die zu und von Veranstaltungen reisen, verbinden alle Verkehrsmittel und unterstützen unsere Umwelt dabei. Das erreichen […]

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We increase the safety of people traveling to and from events, we connect all means of public transport and at the same time support our environment. We achieve this by offering organizers an easy way to create and implement passenger transport concepts for their events.

Andere Meinung.at connects people with different oppinions and helps them to lead a respectful discussion. Thereby you have the possibility to leave your own filter bubble in order to learn from others or to convince others. This technology is offered against payment to newspapers, organisations and coffee houses to integrate into their website. Our target groups are validated by letters of interest. Currently we are looking for capital in order […]

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Andere Meinung.at connects people with different oppinions and helps them to lead a respectful discussion. Thereby you have the possibility to leave your own filter bubble in order to learn from others or to convince others. This technology is offered against payment to newspapers, organisations and coffee houses to integrate into their website. Our target groups are validated by letters of interest. Currently we are looking for capital in order to implement the project. More information and our contact details can be found on our website.

SePro is a social project in Tansania that allows people to independently empower their environment through sustainable projects. As a foundation for these projects, a workshop is built in collaboration with the communities, where innovative wood saving ovens will be produced. In the first phase, we offer our target groups a metal craft training so that the ovens and machines can be produced autonomously. Original text: SePro ist ein […]

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SePro is a social project in Tansania that allows people to independently empower their environment through sustainable projects. As a foundation for these projects, a workshop is built in collaboration with the communities, where innovative wood saving ovens will be produced. In the first phase, we offer our target groups a metal craft training so that the ovens and machines can be produced autonomously.

Lingvano.com is the first e-learning platform for the Austrian Sign Language. With Lingvano, it is possible to immerse yourself in the world of Sign Language from anywhere and at any time. Our interactive educational videos and playful quizzes will help you improve your vocabulary in next to no time while having a lot of fun – and this at a fraction of the cost of a traditional course. This way […]

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Lingvano.com is the first e-learning platform for the Austrian Sign Language. With Lingvano, it is possible to immerse yourself in the world of Sign Language from anywhere and at any time. Our interactive educational videos and playful quizzes will help you improve your vocabulary in next to no time while having a lot of fun – and this at a fraction of the cost of a traditional course. This way we allow more people to learn the Austrian Sign Language and we facilitate the social inclusion of deaf people.

Libertydothome is a social business that combines the benefits of a tiny house with a clear social mission – a small home for everyone. With our micro home living concept, we want to provide homeless people with a home, because a home can also mean freedom, especially for those who don’t have one. Original text: Libertydothome ist ein social business, welches die Vorteile eines Tiny house mit einer klaren […]

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Libertydothome is a social business that combines the benefits of a tiny house with a clear social mission – a small home for everyone. With our micro home living concept, we want to provide homeless people with a home, because a home can also mean freedom, especially for those who don’t have one.

We are engineers without borders Austria and help people worldwide to implement their own ideas for enhancing their perspectives and living conditions. Specifically, the project EduZapa aims at creating a better learning environment by reconstructing a mexican primary school and implementing a new social concept. Team: Alice Precci, Astrid Rabenbauer, Daniel Kratschmayer, Daniela Leitner, David Müller, Edith Dellemann, Florian Ilg, Hannes Obergasser, Joana Bootz, Julian Konzilia, Lucia Braun. Luisa Mercedes […]

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We are engineers without borders Austria and help people worldwide to implement their own ideas for enhancing their perspectives and living conditions. Specifically, the project EduZapa aims at creating a better learning environment by reconstructing a mexican primary school and implementing a new social concept.

Unused potential is costly for the society, frustrating for the individual and a loss for the labour market. We want to change that! MORE THAN ONE PERSPECTIVE (MTOP) is an advanced training program that offers various workshops, training and mentoring to prepare highly qualified refugees to enter the labour market. MTOP’s mission is to make refugees´ potential accessible to the labour market and break down negative stereotypes. Team: Haia Haddad […]

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Unused potential is costly for the society, frustrating for the individual and a loss for the labour market. We want to change that! MORE THAN ONE PERSPECTIVE (MTOP) is an advanced training program that offers various workshops, training and mentoring to prepare highly qualified refugees to enter the labour market. MTOP’s mission is to make refugees´ potential accessible to the labour market and break down negative stereotypes.

Refugeeswork.at is a charitable initiative that connects refugees with employers in order to help refugees find legal working and education opportunities which are in line with their skills. By this we are aiming to promote the social and economic integration of refugees in Austria and make their potential availaible to the austrian labour market.

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Refugeeswork.at is a charitable initiative that connects refugees with employers in order to help refugees find legal working and education opportunities which are in line with their skills. By this we are aiming to promote the social and economic integration of refugees in Austria and make their potential availaible to the austrian labour market.

ZIAG – ZIAG builds a website of proven best practices for the integration of refugees in society and supports volunteers, refugees, mayors, and various other stakeholders through workshops in implementing this best practices.

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ZIAG – ZIAG builds a website of proven best practices for the integration of refugees in society and supports volunteers, refugees, mayors, and various other stakeholders through workshops in implementing this best practices.

The [sic!] – students‘ innovation centre supports sustainable projects, initiatives, and enterprises at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences. It provides support, orientation, and space for implementing ideas and enables communication with other universities, businesses, and many more.

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The [sic!] – students‘ innovation centre supports sustainable projects, initiatives, and enterprises at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences. It provides support, orientation, and space for implementing ideas and enables communication with other universities, businesses, and many more.

Use Potential will revolutionize the way refugee camps work with one simple question. By asking all refugees about their skills and building up a database with those, the currently neglected potential can be used and supported. This allows for more self-determination of the population and ultimately a better quality of life in camps around the world.

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Use Potential will revolutionize the way refugee camps work with one simple question. By asking all refugees about their skills and building up a database with those, the currently neglected potential can be used and supported. This allows for more self-determination of the population and ultimately a better quality of life in camps around the world.

The training course “Digital Coach” strives to bridge the digital gap between “Digital Natives” and “Silver Surfers”: young participants are empowered to guide elderly people through their first steps within digital environments. The first half of the Course focusses on media literacy and coaching skills – within the second half, participants are guided to use their newly gained knowledge right away. Therefore Buddy-Teams of a Teenager and a Senior are […]

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The training course “Digital Coach” strives to bridge the digital gap between “Digital Natives” and “Silver Surfers”: young participants are empowered to guide elderly people through their first steps within digital environments. The first half of the Course focusses on media literacy and coaching skills – within the second half, participants are guided to use their newly gained knowledge right away. Therefore Buddy-Teams of a Teenager and a Senior are formed. As an additional and just as important value, both target groups get an insight in their way of life and might revise stereotypes.

Share and care is about elderly people or slightly physically disabled people who lend their cars to younger people. In exchange, they help to maintain the cars (i.e. washing, vacuum cleaning) or run errands (i.e. do the food shopping). The other way round: Stressed professionals lend their cars to older people and they in exchange run errands for them, walk their dog, etc for them. The aim is to connect […]

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Share and care is about elderly people or slightly physically disabled people who lend their cars to younger people. In exchange, they help to maintain the cars (i.e. washing, vacuum cleaning) or run errands (i.e. do the food shopping). The other way round: Stressed professionals lend their cars to older people and they in exchange run errands for them, walk their dog, etc for them. The aim is to connect people from different generations, work against isolation and safe the environment.

Refugees Welcome Austria – Why shouldn’t refugees in Austria be able to live in shared flats (or other normal housing situations) instead of mass accommodation? We thought the same & found a way to make it possible. You sign up with your (shared) flat. We simply need some information on your housing situation. Through a refugee organisation, we will put you in touch with a person who fled to your […]

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Refugees Welcome Austria – Why shouldn’t refugees in Austria be able to live in shared flats (or other normal housing situations) instead of mass accommodation?
We thought the same & found a way to make it possible. You sign up with your (shared) flat. We simply need some information on your housing situation. Through a refugee organisation, we will put you in touch with a person who fled to your city. We can help you find ways to finance the rent. Your new flatmate will move in! Of course we will continue to support you.

“Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something.” Today’s challenges like climate change and increasing poverty seem so huge and complex, that people tend to resign instead of getting active.Therefore we have started bgood, a web community designed to inspire and incentivize people to change little things in their daily live (recycling waste, saving energy etc.) or make bigger commitments like volunteering for non- profit- organizations. For every task […]

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“Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something.” Today’s challenges like climate change and increasing poverty seem so huge and complex, that people tend to resign instead of getting active.Therefore we have started bgood, a web community designed to inspire and incentivize people to change little things in their daily live (recycling waste, saving energy etc.) or make bigger commitments like volunteering for non- profit- organizations. For every task a user fulfills, she/he receives virtual good.coins, which can then be exchanged for goodies provided by our partner companies.

The Vienna Legal Literacy Project is a non-profit student-run organisation promoting ‘legal literacy’. Our goal is to introduce young people to basic legal concepts. We realize this goal by recruiting law students who are willing to hold workshops on various legal topics in high schools. Topics feature issues that are highly relevant for teenagers, such as ‘Cybermobbing’, ‘Migration Law’, ‘Internet and IP Law (Filesharing, Streaming)’ in order to sparken their […]

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The Vienna Legal Literacy Project is a non-profit student-run organisation promoting ‘legal literacy’. Our goal is to introduce young people to basic legal concepts. We realize this goal by recruiting law students who are willing to hold workshops on various legal topics in high schools. Topics feature issues that are highly relevant for teenagers, such as ‘Cybermobbing’, ‘Migration Law’, ‘Internet and IP Law (Filesharing, Streaming)’ in order to sparken their interest in the law. With the help of our workshops, our students learn to understand legal issues, and when and where to seek counsel.

Our goal is to facilitate the access to sports for young disabled people. The SOCIAL FRIENDS community integrates handicapped athletes and supports them on their way to a self-determined and autonomous life. In return they remain a part of our community and act as role models for soon-to-be disabled athletes. In order to promote our handicapped athletes we collect donations at SOCIAL FRIENDS events and at fund-raisers arranged by other […]

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Our goal is to facilitate the access to sports for young disabled people. The SOCIAL FRIENDS community integrates handicapped athletes and supports them on their way to a self-determined and autonomous life. In return they remain a part of our community and act as role models for soon-to-be disabled athletes.
In order to promote our handicapped athletes we collect donations at SOCIAL FRIENDS events and at fund-raisers arranged by other organizations.

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PROSA – At PROSA, our goal is to provide comprehensive secondary education for refugees in the 16+ age group. The resulting diploma (Pflichtschulabschluss) is the key to a satisfying work life or higher education. We offer private tuition, a theater project,football classes,a buddy project & more to empower our students. Our Social Workers are always on hand to support them every step of the way. PROSA helps each individual to […]

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PROSA – At PROSA, our goal is to provide comprehensive secondary education for refugees in the 16+ age group. The resulting diploma (Pflichtschulabschluss) is the key to a satisfying work life or higher education. We offer private tuition, a theater project,football classes,a buddy project & more to empower our students. Our Social Workers are always on hand to support them every step of the way. PROSA helps each individual to build their communication skills, confidence & ability to contribute to Austrian society. At PROSA we believe education is a human right & young refugees deserve that right too.

Blitab – Green VISION is an innovative device for blind and visually impaired. It is like an electronic book, which instead of using a screen for visualizing the text, uses small cylinders. They rise out of the devices’ surface on demand,composing text in Braille code. Green VISION uses an innovative layer panel, developed. in 2013. Green VISION has not only a social impact but is also a green and environment […]

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Blitab – Green VISION is an innovative device for blind and visually impaired. It is like an electronic book, which instead of using a screen for visualizing the text, uses small cylinders. They rise out of the devices’ surface on demand,composing text in Braille code. Green VISION uses an innovative layer panel, developed. in 2013. Green VISION has not only a social impact but is also a green and environment friendly device. As a new combination of innovative technology and user friendly hardware, it offers blind people the possibility to be independent at work,,at school and at home.

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Collective Energy is a student initiative aiming to finance renewable energy projects through crowdfunding. We are currently implementing the first project with brewery “Bruckners Erzbräu” (www.erzbräu.at/pv-projekt/). Under the motto “Sun becomes beer – with you” a 20 kWp photovoltaic system will be implemented. Collective Energy plans further crowdfunding projects implemented at companies, municipalities, schools and universities. Regional value and customer acquisition/retention are key motivations of clients to implement the projects. […]

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Collective Energy is a student initiative aiming to finance renewable energy projects through crowdfunding. We are currently implementing the first project with brewery “Bruckners Erzbräu” (www.erzbräu.at/pv-projekt/). Under the motto “Sun becomes beer – with you” a 20 kWp photovoltaic system will be implemented. Collective Energy plans further crowdfunding projects implemented at companies, municipalities, schools and universities. Regional value and customer acquisition/retention are key motivations of clients to implement the projects.

The expertise of senior citizens is growing more important as European societies grow older. However, many old people lose their purpose in later life. SILVER LININGS aims to stop the waste of seniors’ experience and knowledge and at the same time prevent social disengagement in later life. It will facilitate a dialogue between senior citizens and designers to make older people active prosumers of easy–‐to–‐use, age–‐friendly products and services.

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The expertise of senior citizens is growing more important as European societies grow older. However, many old people lose their purpose in later life. SILVER LININGS aims to stop the waste of seniors’ experience and knowledge and at the same time prevent social disengagement in later life. It will facilitate a dialogue between senior citizens and designers to make older people active prosumers of easy–‐to–‐use, age–‐friendly products and services.

Maker City Meidlung – “Werkstatt Meidling” is concerned with the development of an urban design concept for Meidling. The goal is to make fallow buildings and business premisses usable and publicly accessible again through architectural interventions. Through a network of public workshops the goal is to bring new life into the abandonned property of Meidling. Connected with affordable studio space, this way small creative islands emerge scattered throughout the district. […]

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Maker City Meidlung – “Werkstatt Meidling” is concerned with the development of an urban design concept for Meidling. The goal is to make fallow buildings and business premisses usable and publicly accessible again through architectural interventions. Through a network of public workshops the goal is to bring new life into the abandonned property of Meidling. Connected with affordable studio space, this way small creative islands emerge scattered throughout the district. There is a great deal of interest in crafts in this day and age again. Young people are knitting, baking, cooking and gardening again. Often, however, the space and means to pursue these interests are missing. “Werkstadt Meidling” would therefore like to set up professionally equipped workspaces for everyone on all sorts of topics (wood workshop, plant workshop, film workshop, cooking workshop), where young and old have access to machines such as laser cutters, CNC milling machines, 3D printers, greenhouses, etc. and get important tips from experienced people. The result are creative islands of encounter in which knowledge and talents can be exchanged and Meidling can bring back a piece of its old craftmanship mentality.

Institute of applied Corruption – The Institute of applied Corruption wants to document, inform and help people understand corruption. Our main services are fun educational tours through Vienna showing places of recent cases of corruption. Opening and discussing the topic with a wide public, we want to increase the pressure on corrupt people and politicians to do something against it. Our vision is a society that knows the rules of […]

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Institute of applied Corruption – The Institute of applied Corruption wants to document, inform and help people understand corruption. Our main services are fun educational tours through Vienna showing places of recent cases of corruption. Opening and discussing the topic with a wide public, we want to increase the pressure on corrupt people and politicians to do something against it. Our vision is a society that knows the rules of corruption and therefore refuses to play with them.

Theater Refuge – TheaterFlucht offers children and young people of asylum seeking families the opportunity to participate in a theater and dance project together with young people from Austria. Two weeks of summer vacation are used to provide a playful approach to theater, dance and education. Through joint improvisation, dancing and singing, the different participants get to know each other. Thus, mutual prejudices can be reduced and lived integration can […]

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Theater Refuge – TheaterFlucht offers children and young people of asylum seeking families the opportunity to participate in a theater and dance project together with young people from Austria. Two weeks of summer vacation are used to provide a playful approach to theater, dance and education. Through joint improvisation, dancing and singing, the different participants get to know each other. Thus, mutual prejudices can be reduced and lived integration can be supported. TheaterFlucht promotes diversity through creative means and makes it possible to playfully build bridges.

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Book Pilots – “Buch-Piloten” is an innovative art project, which aims to fascinate young children with language. Kids between the ages of seven and ten years create, write and illustrate individual stories together with professional illustrators and authors. The very next day these stories will be handed out to the children in the form of a bound book. We are convinced that language is the key to integration and creativity […]

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Book Pilots – “Buch-Piloten” is an innovative art project, which aims to fascinate young children with language. Kids between the ages of seven and ten years create, write and illustrate individual stories together with professional illustrators and authors. The very next day these stories will be handed out to the children in the form of a bound book. We are convinced that language is the key to integration and creativity is the key to self-confidence.

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SUPERSOULME is an association that offers children and young people in socially troubled environments the opportunity to dance, to express, to perform and to grow in FREE projects all year long. Additionally, we offer dance classes for all dance enthusiasts in the following styles: House, Voguing, Waacking, Hip Hop, Breakdancing, Locking, Popping, African, contemporary dance and more. Original text: SUPERSOULME ist ein Verein der Kindern und Jugendlichen in sozialen […]

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SUPERSOULME is an association that offers children and young people in socially troubled environments the opportunity to dance, to express, to perform and to grow in FREE projects all year long. Additionally, we offer dance classes for all dance enthusiasts in the following styles: House, Voguing, Waacking, Hip Hop, Breakdancing, Locking, Popping, African, contemporary dance and more.

“Out of Box” offers a more effective, economically more meaningful and humane way of treating delinquent young people in Austria. In close cooperation with the judiciary, we provide young people with a structure that qualifies them, supports them and promotes their development in order to lift them from the spiral of delinquency. Original text: „Out of Box” bietet eine wirksamere, volkswirtschaftlich sinnvollere und humanere Möglichkeit an, wie in Österreich […]

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“Out of Box” offers a more effective, economically more meaningful and humane way of treating delinquent young people in Austria. In close cooperation with the judiciary, we provide young people with a structure that qualifies them, supports them and promotes their development in order to lift them from the spiral of delinquency.

FOOTPRINT is a non-governmental organization (NGO) headquartered in Vienna, which fights against the drastic human rights violation of trafficking in women and supports victims of trafficking in women in various ways. We work on the principle of informing all affected women about their rights and opportunities and to offer them the best possible options for improving their living situations. FOOTPRINT offers a broad range of services for trafficked women: emotional […]

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FOOTPRINT is a non-governmental organization (NGO) headquartered in Vienna, which fights against the drastic human rights violation of trafficking in women and supports victims of trafficking in women in various ways. We work on the principle of informing all affected women about their rights and opportunities and to offer them the best possible options for improving their living situations. FOOTPRINT offers a broad range of services for trafficked women: emotional areas of retreat, counseling and care options, alternative therapy options, training and workout courses, and support for reintegration into society.

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“NSP Solar Pump” is the world’s most innovative Solar Water Pump. The solar powered pump stands out due to its independence from non-renewable power and thus cost-bound energy, as well as being totally maintenance-free. We develop, manufacture and provide private people, companies, organisations and relief- aid- charity- and help organizations with a low-priced opportunity to pump water out of water wells entirely independent of any electric power supply.

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“NSP Solar Pump” is the world’s most innovative Solar Water Pump. The solar powered pump stands out due to its independence from non-renewable power and thus cost-bound energy, as well as being totally maintenance-free.

We develop, manufacture and provide private people, companies, organisations and relief- aid- charity- and help organizations with a low-priced opportunity to pump water out of water wells entirely independent of any electric power supply.

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Whatchado – Regardless of your background, gender or age WHATCHADO provides guidance and orientation in the endless jungle of possible life and career paths. Let our STORIES inspire you and try out the WHATCHADO MATCHING to discover new career perspectives which fit your interests.

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Whatchado – Regardless of your background, gender or age WHATCHADO provides guidance and orientation in the endless jungle of possible life and career paths. Let our STORIES inspire you and try out the WHATCHADO MATCHING to discover new career perspectives which fit your interests.

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“the CONNECTION” is a social enterprise – the profits of the company are used to solve a social problem in society. In this case: To promote the integration of young people with a migrant background. Original text: „the CONNECTION“ ist ein Sozial-Unternehmen – die Gewinne des Unternehmens werden zur Lösung eines sozialen Problems in der Gesellschaft eingesetzt. In diesem Fall: Die Integration von Jugendlichen mit Migrationshintergrund zu fördern.

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“the CONNECTION” is a social enterprise – the profits of the company are used to solve a social problem in society. In this case: To promote the integration of young people with a migrant background.

Laoshi Lüxing – Lüxing Laoshi is the project of Ulrike Bronner and Clarissa Reikersdorfer. Their concept includes setting up craft training programs for Chinese migrant workers in “pop-up” schools on construction sites. The intention is to give rural construction workers an education, which is intended to facilitate cooperation with, for example, western construction companies and also to lead to an improvement in the quality of construction. Furthermore, the workers shall […]

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Laoshi Lüxing – Lüxing Laoshi is the project of Ulrike Bronner and Clarissa Reikersdorfer. Their concept includes setting up craft training programs for Chinese migrant workers in “pop-up” schools on construction sites. The intention is to give rural construction workers an education, which is intended to facilitate cooperation with, for example, western construction companies and also to lead to an improvement in the quality of construction. Furthermore, the workers shall be given the opportunity to improve their social status.

Compost Paros is a social business project initiated by Jan Pannenbäcker with the support of many others. Compost Paros aims to facilitate a composting site on the Greek island of Paros. Compost can be a key to several challenging situations on Paros and many other regions on earth. In particular composting allows to reduce the amount of waste in landfill dramatically and to use the waste as a resource to […]

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Compost Paros is a social business project initiated by Jan Pannenbäcker with the support of many others.

Compost Paros aims to facilitate a composting site on the Greek island of Paros. Compost can be a key to several challenging situations on Paros and many other regions on earth. In particular composting allows to reduce the amount of waste in landfill dramatically and to use the waste as a resource to produce fertile compost. The compost can be used as a natural fertilizer in order to improve soil quality and to avoid erosion in the long run.

A Fashion Platform for Dialogue and Participation made IN – made BY (MIMB) is a Social Business that conducts clothing manufacture and offers fair working conditions to female immigrants living in the city of Vienna, and facing disadvantages or difficulties in meeting the requirements of the labour market. Through an empowerment approach, MIMB aims at encouraging women to find productive self-realisation in a protected environment.

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A Fashion Platform for Dialogue and Participation
made IN – made BY (MIMB) is a Social Business that conducts clothing manufacture and offers fair working conditions to female immigrants living in the city of Vienna, and facing disadvantages or difficulties in meeting the requirements of the labour market. Through an empowerment approach, MIMB aims at encouraging women to find productive self-realisation in a protected environment.

Somaro – SOMARO collects products such as food and household essentials as well as clothing, shoes, etc. from various companies and sells them at symbolic, highly discounted prices to low-income customers. The entire product range in the SOMARO markets consists of products, which are 100 % suitable for consumption but cannot be sold in other stores due to damaged or soiled packaging, because the best-before date will soon be reached […]

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Somaro – SOMARO collects products such as food and household essentials as well as clothing, shoes, etc. from various companies and sells them at symbolic, highly discounted prices to low-income customers. The entire product range in the SOMARO markets consists of products, which are 100 % suitable for consumption but cannot be sold in other stores due to damaged or soiled packaging, because the best-before date will soon be reached or for other reasons.
SOMARO aims to be financially self-sufficient in its operations through its product sales. Since the products are donated, the beneficiaries are only paying the salaries of the staff and minimal overheads.

Kola Popola is an Android/IOS application that easily organizes carpool rides with people of similar roads and interests, all in order to reduce traffic jams in Sarajevo, harmful emissions and individual fuel costs. Our application also offers options for tourists in Sarajevo, who often travel by car from town to city. In order to make their journeys as secure as possible, upon arrival in Sarajevo they can download the application, […]

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Kola Popola is an Android/IOS application that easily organizes carpool rides with people of similar roads and interests, all in order to reduce traffic jams in Sarajevo, harmful emissions and individual fuel costs. Our application also offers options for tourists in Sarajevo, who often travel by car from town to city. In order to make their journeys as secure as possible, upon arrival in Sarajevo they can download the application, read it in English, and quickly find a safe driver for their destination. The Popola Tourist car also provides useful information about the possibilities of coming to the sights that are more readily available to those who do not know the city (Sarajevo tunnel, Skakavac waterfall and similar places).

Zorya is trying to catch the rest of the world in an effort to bring a revolutionary and innovative approach to food production and processing. From the field to the plate, innovators are trying to establish a system that is better for people, the planet, and also generate income. Social Business is the best way to encourage the production of local and organic food. The goal is to reach distant […]

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Zorya is trying to catch the rest of the world in an effort to bring a revolutionary and innovative approach to food production and processing. From the field to the plate, innovators are trying to establish a system that is better for people, the planet, and also generate income. Social Business is the best way to encourage the production of local and organic food. The goal is to reach distant and rural BiH areas and to set a strong foundation for growth and development in this area as well. We see a business opportunity here.

This business idea comes from two young people who turn this idea into a family business. We want to influence our problem of the problem of inadequate development in pre-school children in Zenica. Staying in our playroom will be possible for all children aged 2 to 5 years, but also for their parents.The game room is conceived to contain 4 angles, 3 educational characters and a corner for parents. In […]

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This business idea comes from two young people who turn this idea into a family business. We want to influence our problem of the problem of inadequate development in pre-school children in Zenica. Staying in our playroom will be possible for all children aged 2 to 5 years, but also for their parents.The game room is conceived to contain 4 angles, 3 educational characters and a corner for parents. In each of the educational corners will be set up didactic materials that directly develop skills in pre-school children.

Youth Hostel Abrašević – The idea for this business was created from the need of students for cheaper accommodation, quality service and healthy eating. The Youth Hostel Abrašević will be engaged in promoting culture and cooperation between students and enabling their employment. As part of the Youth Cultural Center Abrašević, the hostel will enable students and guests to enjoy or be part of cultural events in Mostar. Food for the […]

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Youth Hostel Abrašević – The idea for this business was created from the need of students for cheaper accommodation, quality service and healthy eating. The Youth Hostel Abrašević will be engaged in promoting culture and cooperation between students and enabling their employment. As part of the Youth Cultural Center Abrašević, the hostel will enable students and guests to enjoy or be part of cultural events in Mostar. Food for the hostel will be provided by local organic food producers, which contributes to their promotion and the healthy life of students.

Free Zone – The Free Zone is a youth center in Sarajevo, which will include a training room for dancing, yoga and fitness, a music room/radio, a social cafe and a community garden. These spaces will gather young, creative people who want to learn in one place. All content will be free. The center will be financed by renting out spaces to third parties and through the first social cafe […]

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Free Zone – The Free Zone is a youth center in Sarajevo, which will include a training room for dancing, yoga and fitness, a music room/radio, a social cafe and a community garden. These spaces will gather young, creative people who want to learn in one place. All content will be free. The center will be financed by renting out spaces to third parties and through the first social cafe in Sarajevo, through which initiatives will be launched to regulate the excessive wasting of food from the markets and restaurants.

BCBicycles is a startup business whose main activity is the development and production of smart electric bicycles, which as a means of transport protect the environment and save time and energy. In addition, the BCBicycles team is engaged in the advancement of new urban cycling applications in order to make cycling easier for everyday travel from home to work and back, as well as providing services in the field of […]

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BCBicycles is a startup business whose main activity is the development and production of smart electric bicycles, which as a means of transport protect the environment and save time and energy. In addition, the BCBicycles team is engaged in the advancement of new urban cycling applications in order to make cycling easier for everyday travel from home to work and back, as well as providing services in the field of cycling and technology applicable to urban cycling to B2B and B2C clients.

We create an internal database of heroes in which we have professionals from different professions. At the same time, we identify the needs of non-profit organizations that often can not find a way to these people, even if they need them from time to time. Tvoříme interní databázi hrdinů, ve které máme odborníky z různých profesí. Zároveň zjišťujeme potřeby neziskových organizací, které často nemohou právě k těmto lidem najít cestu, […]

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We create an internal database of heroes in which we have professionals from different professions. At the same time, we identify the needs of non-profit organizations that often can not find a way to these people, even if they need them from time to time.

Better Senior – We are leading Czech seniors to a positive view of themselves and their surroundings. We try to inspire them to actively participate in shaping the world around us and to greater joy in life. We build bridges between seniors and the rest of the world. Vedeme české seniory ke kladnému pohledu na sebe i své okolí. Snažíme se je inspirovat k aktivní účasti na utváření světa kolem […]

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Better Senior – We are leading Czech seniors to a positive view of themselves and their surroundings. We try to inspire them to actively participate in shaping the world around us and to greater joy in life. We build bridges between seniors and the rest of the world.

We provide therapeutic care for children with autism and their families, or children with problematic behaviors and communication disorders. We use the OTT (Open Therapy of Autism) methodology, developed by Mgr. Roman Strauss, Ph.D. Poskytujeme terapeutickou péči pro děti s autismem a jejich rodiny, případně dětem s problémovým chováním a poruchami komunikace. Využíváme metodiku O.T.A.( Open Therapy of Autism), vyvinutou Mgr. Romanou Straussovou, Ph.D.

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We provide therapeutic care for children with autism and their families, or children with problematic behaviors and communication disorders. We use the OTT (Open Therapy of Autism) methodology, developed by Mgr. Roman Strauss, Ph.D.

The Third Parent – The project is focused on the situation of step-parents in the Czech Republic. According to the statistics about 25 000 divorced people form new (re-composed) families every year, often with children from the previous marriage. In this situation, the step-parents enter the stage. Although they challenge a lot of complicated situations, there are almost no existing ways of support for them. Such situation affects overall feeling in […]

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The Third Parent – The project is focused on the situation of step-parents in the Czech Republic. According to the statistics about 25 000 divorced people form new (re-composed) families every year, often with children from the previous marriage. In this situation, the step-parents enter the stage. Although they challenge a lot of complicated situations, there are almost no existing ways of support for them. Such situation affects overall feeling in the step-family including all – the step-parent, the parent and the children. The project THE THIRD PARENT support step-parents and help them to solve the problems they face in their role.

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More and more people suffer from food allergy and lifestyle diseases. Our goal is to improve physical and mental condition of the largest possible number of people thanks to an innovative concept of healthy eating. Based on recipes developed by nutritional therapists, we deliver quality, tasty and nutritionally balanced food that has positive effects on health and fitness. Our food accompany throughout the day those who want to eat well […]

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More and more people suffer from food allergy and lifestyle diseases. Our goal is to improve physical and mental condition of the largest possible number of people thanks to an innovative concept of healthy eating. Based on recipes developed by nutritional therapists, we deliver quality, tasty and nutritionally balanced food that has positive effects on health and fitness. Our food accompany throughout the day those who want to eat well and feel well. Our meals are made of seasonal ingredients from local farmers and wrapped in ecological packaging. We employ socially vulnerable persons.

Donor Zip – Donor Zip helps solve electronic fundraising for nonprofit organizations in the 21st century. The project is built so that it can be accessed by any non-profit organization, endowment fund or similar, regardless of their area of assistance or the end beneficiary (disabled people, disease research, etc.). It is an application add-on for e-shops that has never been released and run in the Czech Republic before. The principle […]

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Donor Zip – Donor Zip helps solve electronic fundraising for nonprofit organizations in the 21st century. The project is built so that it can be accessed by any non-profit organization, endowment fund or similar, regardless of their area of assistance or the end beneficiary (disabled people, disease research, etc.). It is an application add-on for e-shops that has never been released and run in the Czech Republic before. The principle is very simple. At the end of your online purchase, you can choose to support an organization of your choosing, in any amount, without having to give the organization your contact details.

Have you ever come to your home or garage and thought you own way too many things? We think overconsumption is a common problem of the first world countries. We also strongly believe that the things you own end up owning you. Ownership requires time, space and resources. Why producing 100 drills when 10 would be enough? This is why we’ve started Sharygator, a place that is connecting people who […]

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Have you ever come to your home or garage and thought you own way too many things? We think overconsumption is a common problem of the first world countries. We also strongly believe that the things you own end up owning you. Ownership requires time, space and resources. Why producing 100 drills when 10 would be enough? This is why we’ve started Sharygator, a place that is connecting people who own something they don’t use on a regular basis with people who are looking for that specific thing right that minute! Sharygator enables people to experience more with less and be a tiny bit freer.

Grand Garden is a vision of sustainability in the care of seniors with garden therapy. The population gets progressively older, the need for a dignified and effective care for the elderly rises and the number of people in homes for the elderly increases. A large number of homes for the elderly has outdoor spaces that are possible to transform to therapeutic garden. Garden therapy can be simply thought of as […]

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Grand Garden is a vision of sustainability in the care of seniors with garden therapy. The population gets progressively older, the need for a dignified and effective care for the elderly rises and the number of people in homes for the elderly increases. A large number of homes for the elderly has outdoor spaces that are possible to transform to therapeutic garden. Garden therapy can be simply thought of as a assisted gardening with therapeut / gardener. Innovativeness of Grand Garden is growing bio herbs with a story to sell. Therapy becomes gainful activity.

Male dominance in the IT industry poses a problem in today’s society and business growth. Not only does the disparity between men and women affects the technology companies but women themselves. Our purpose is to educate, inspire, and equip ladies with skills and resources to pursue opportunities in computing fields. We provide women with a certain technical qualification at our workshops and through participation on real projects. On the other […]

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Male dominance in the IT industry poses a problem in today’s society and business growth. Not only does the disparity between men and women affects the technology companies but women themselves. Our purpose is to educate, inspire, and equip ladies with skills and resources to pursue opportunities in computing fields. We provide women with a certain technical qualification at our workshops and through participation on real projects. On the other hand, we provide companies with qualified and motivated female job applicants. Our platform has already started closing the gender gap.

The project “People In Safety” integrates social, economic and technical aspects. The municipalities are offered an economically reasonable solution to cope with the needs of homeless people. The project also includes a proposition on homeless people employment. The Module is designed to benefit from the natural body heat of the users. All additional maintenance processes of the Modul are powered by solar energy so it is completely self-sufficient.

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The project “People In Safety” integrates social, economic and technical aspects. The municipalities are offered an economically reasonable solution to cope with the needs of homeless people. The project also includes a proposition on homeless people employment. The Module is designed to benefit from the natural body heat of the users. All additional maintenance processes of the Modul are powered by solar energy so it is completely self-sufficient.

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JOY RIDE! is a program dedicated to social integration. Ultimately, JOY RIDE! comes with a frank ambition – to unite handicapped youth with their non-handicapped peers in the most favorable environment – holiday tour. Being together, side by side, should mitigate the distance the majority of youth experience when reaching out to handicapped people. Not only is JOY RIDE! financially more affordable solution, but it also provides additional advantages to […]

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JOY RIDE! is a program dedicated to social integration. Ultimately, JOY RIDE! comes with a frank ambition – to unite handicapped youth with their non-handicapped peers in the most favorable environment – holiday tour. Being together, side by side, should mitigate the distance the majority of youth experience when reaching out to handicapped people. Not only is JOY RIDE! financially more affordable solution, but it also provides additional advantages to all participants. We in LAYNO TOUR believe that everyone deserves to have the opportunity to enjoy the youth regardless any handicap.

To The Roots provides ecological funerals and bereavement counselling. Czech funeral rituals are in crisis, so we want to revive this very important rite of passage with new green impulses. We empower the bereaved by helping them with organisation of unique ecological and DIY funerals. Participation of the bereaved in funeral planning helps them to cope with their loss of a loved one. Aestethically pleasing surroundings of natural burial sites […]

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To The Roots provides ecological funerals and bereavement counselling. Czech funeral rituals are in crisis, so we want to revive this very important rite of passage with new green impulses. We empower the bereaved by helping them with organisation of unique ecological and DIY funerals. Participation of the bereaved in funeral planning helps them to cope with their loss of a loved one. Aestethically pleasing surroundings of natural burial sites also have therapeutic impact.

We believe that every city deserves bikesharing. And that you can start one without city council support or thousands of dollars. We’re making it happen in Prague right now and would love to spread the idea into more cities. Our system is different from most bikesharing systems, as we are not using any fixed stations. Bikes are just locked on the streets with normal code bike lock. You have a […]

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We believe that every city deserves bikesharing. And that you can start one without city council support or thousands of dollars. We’re making it happen in Prague right now and would love to spread the idea into more cities.
Our system is different from most bikesharing systems, as we are not using any fixed stations. Bikes are just locked on the streets with normal code bike lock. You have a mobile application that gives you the right code to unlock a bike in front of you. After that you just ride wherever you want to. And you lock the bike anywhere you want for someone else to pick it up.

Most of us spend a significant part of our lives by memorizing different stuff, often without long-lasting results. In the worst case it causes disgust to any future learning. Let’s teach students how to learn rather than what else to learn. Then we can overcome the boring memorizing. No more “I never want to study again”. Students will know how to apply learning techniques in connection to curriculum. It has an […]

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Most of us spend a significant part of our lives by memorizing different stuff, often without long-lasting results. In the worst case it causes disgust to any future learning. Let’s teach students how to learn rather than what else to learn. Then we can overcome the boring memorizing. No more “I never want to study again”. Students will know how to apply learning techniques in connection to curriculum. It has an immediate and also life-long effect not only on their school grades but also on their creativity and self-confidence.

We address the issue of old clothes that no one wears any longer and we give it a new purpose by collecting it at company clothes collections and sorting it. Part of the old clothes helps people in need and the rest is processed in order to have new functionally-designed products made out in sheltered workshops.

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We address the issue of old clothes that no one wears any longer and we give it a new purpose by collecting it at company clothes collections and sorting it. Part of the old clothes helps people in need and the rest is processed in order to have new functionally-designed products made out in sheltered workshops.

Fair Art is a group of young students of law and lawyers, as well as artists and curators, who share interest in contemporary art and law. Fair Art aims to become a helping hand to the art community as well as a legal advisor, partner in debate between state institutions and the world of art, champion of fair legal regulation. Fair Art is a principle. We want to be fair.

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Fair Art is a group of young students of law and lawyers, as well as artists and curators, who share interest in contemporary art and law. Fair Art aims to become a helping hand to the art community as well as a legal advisor, partner in debate between state institutions and the world of art, champion of fair legal regulation. Fair Art is a principle. We want to be fair.

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The city authorities lack high quality data about their citizens and communities and therefore ineffectively use public resources. Our anthropological studio consisting of five Ph.D. students offer applied field research projects with “bottom-up” and “being-there” approach. We produce valuable visual and textual analyses with sociocultural insight which help to improve performance of the institutions. Considering sustainable urban development and using high quality data, we and our partners will build a livable […]

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The city authorities lack high quality data about their citizens and communities and therefore ineffectively use public resources. Our anthropological studio consisting of five Ph.D. students offer applied field research projects with “bottom-up” and “being-there” approach. We produce valuable visual and textual analyses with sociocultural insight which help to improve performance of the institutions. Considering sustainable urban development and using high quality data, we and our partners will build a livable city.

With Entreprising School we want schools to effectively use their capital and start-up or improve their own entrepreneurial activities. We also want students to learn entrepreneurship skills, to take over responsibility for their community, get motivation and confidence to make a change.

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With Entreprising School we want schools to effectively use their capital and start-up or improve their own entrepreneurial activities. We also want students to learn entrepreneurship skills, to take over responsibility for their community, get motivation and confidence to make a change.

Gamo is ridesharing applicationfor drivers and passengers, which will be a more rational and convinient alternative to an established behaviour of traveling in cars separately.The application is very easy in use, the user, with minimal interaction, indicates the preferred travel route, algorithm finds the best match, and sends the information about the passenger, savings, and other travel details in advance.

Braille Reader – Special eBook reader for blind people, which by changing the shape of its screen’s surface depicts Braille’s letters in any language. The goal of the project is to equip schools with desks, which have Braille Reader technology built in. This will let anyone learn Braille much easier.
Next step will be a portable device. People who cannot see will be able to search for desired books by themselves, read information and receive messages by using a voice assistant.

Book AR – Mobile application, based on augmented reality, which helps students to understand and visualize information from textbooks. The project includes a website that allows designers, freelancers and developers to create content for our application and have additional revenue.
Our product aims to make the learning process funny and easier.
We believe that Book AR can significantly raise students’ level of knowledge.

Sign and Sound – Innovative gloves that translate sign language into voice. The project is a new opportunity for people with hearing impairment. With these gloves they will be able to have an effective communication with the society.

Prematurity childbirth can happen to any expectant mom. No exact cause has been established. Statistics show that it is the leading cause of deaths of children below the age of 5. One of our goals is to defy this and ensure our preemies thrive beyond five years. Preemie Heroes is a Christian organization whose Mission is to improve the survival rates of preemies and lower the numbers of preemies born […]

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Prematurity childbirth can happen to any expectant mom. No exact cause has been established. Statistics show that it is the leading cause of deaths of children below the age of 5. One of our goals is to defy this and ensure our preemies thrive beyond five years.

Preemie Heroes is a Christian organization whose Mission is to improve the survival rates of preemies and lower the numbers of preemies born in Africa by raising awareness amongst all the stakeholders through advocacy, resource mobilization and capacity building.

Check out the Neuron app. It is an educational app with interactive games for children to develop their brain-training habit. It’s all in Albanian and you can download it for free! Children are our future and we need intelligent people for our future. We developed Neuron for this goal. Interactive games at Neuron are designed for children ages 5 to 9 and it personalizes the experience by creating a personal […]

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Check out the Neuron app. It is an educational app with interactive games for children to develop their brain-training habit. It’s all in Albanian and you can download it for free! Children are our future and we need intelligent people for our future. We developed Neuron for this goal. Interactive games at Neuron are designed for children ages 5 to 9 and it personalizes the experience by creating a personal avatar to motivate the user to test their skills and improve them. We want Albanian speaking kids to become smarter and utilize the potential of mobile technology for our educational system.

Wooden Eyes is a social enterprise which intends to reduce the illiteracy of blind people in Rahovec, Kosovo. They do that by selling their handmade products made with string art. They financed a course for those people and plan to make more in other cities. Their solution includes free education, job creation and lots of products.

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Wooden Eyes is a social enterprise which intends to reduce the illiteracy of blind people in Rahovec, Kosovo. They do that by selling their handmade products made with string art. They financed a course for those people and plan to make more in other cities. Their solution includes free education, job creation and lots of products.

Education in Kosova it’s not in an enviable position, that’s why a group of youngsters from different fields; animation, illustration, biology, environmental engineering want to give a better chance in education for upcoming generations. Videosinteza is an interactive platform which will provide contemporary education based on students needs. It is the first of its kind in our country that their users are also co-creators. Videosinteza wants to make the learning […]

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Education in Kosova it’s not in an enviable position, that’s why a group of youngsters from
different fields; animation, illustration, biology, environmental engineering want to give a better
chance in education for upcoming generations.
Videosinteza is an interactive platform which will provide contemporary education based on
students needs. It is the first of its kind in our country that their users are also co-creators.
Videosinteza wants to make the learning process FUN with cool illustrations and animations,
INNOVATIVE through interesting topics of science and technology and SOCIAL through raising
critical thinking and connecting theoretical knowledge with practical life.

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NDRYSHE gets over million views on its videos and has over 70 thousand likes on Facebook. We are an educational initiative that works through a Facebook page. The uniqueness of our page is that our videos are informational and displayed through animations. Stories here are not about political issues, but they deal with educational or motivational information for our society. The motivational part touches the social issues and problems that […]

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NDRYSHE gets over million views on its videos and has over 70 thousand likes on Facebook.
We are an educational initiative that works through a Facebook page.
The uniqueness of our page is that our videos are informational and displayed through animations.
Stories here are not about political issues, but they deal with educational or motivational information for our society.
The motivational part touches the social issues and problems that have plagued our society. It teaches us how to face the challenges we have during our lifetime, such as how to fight depression or how to relieve stress.
The educational part includes general information related to health and education of our society, such as symptoms that warn of various diseases, what food we should eat, or how to prepare our children for school.

Through martial arts to better health – We are instructors of martial arts called Ninjutsu, black belt, fourth degree, and we come from Gračanica. Our idea is to open up a martial arts club in Gračanica which will be sustainable by collecting membership fees for both monthly and individual training. As it turned out, martial arts have a very good influence on people with limited abilities, so we decided to provide […]

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Through martial arts to better health – We are instructors of martial arts called Ninjutsu, black belt, fourth degree, and we come from Gračanica.
Our idea is to open up a martial arts club in Gračanica which will be sustainable by collecting membership fees for both monthly and individual training.
As it turned out, martial arts have a very good influence on people with limited abilities, so we decided to provide free training for these people in our club.
We will also be able to provide free training for those who cannot pay for it.

Our idea is to place fresh salad in a jar (glass). For our product, we’ll use exclusively domestic products from local farmers for which we know have a product placement issue. In this way, we wish to help in the reduction of this problem as well, since these products will be made by our grandmothers and mothers which are great at it, but unfortunately, in our society they belong to […]

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Our idea is to place fresh salad in a jar (glass).
For our product, we’ll use exclusively domestic products from local farmers for which we know have a product placement issue.
In this way, we wish to help in the reduction of this problem as well, since these products will be made by our grandmothers and mothers which are great at it, but unfortunately, in our society they belong to a group of people who are endangered and who find it very difficult to get a job.
Salad and Jar has a product which belongs to the category “healthy fast food”.
This product is a meal, a salad packed in a jar which is ready to be taken and picked up.
Above all, this product is intended for working people and students who live and work in the city and who, because of their lifestyle, do not have enough time to prepare food on their own, but want to eat healthy.
It is also intended for young and old active people who can eat this while they are training and in this way, quickly, easily and while enjoying it, feed their body well.
We are sure that this business will be successful and sustainable and that it will affect changes in society.

Pixyle was born with a single idea in mind – to enable and support fashion customers to easily shop sustainable fashion. Pixyle at its core uses AI technology to train machines to recognize apparel in images. Our platform performs similarity matching of the clothes in an image with the clothes of all sustainable brands we collaborate with, and gives recommendations of where to buy it. Thus, finding what consumers like […]

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Pixyle was born with a single idea in mind – to enable and support fashion customers to easily shop sustainable fashion. Pixyle at its core uses AI technology to train machines to recognize apparel in images. Our platform performs similarity matching of the clothes in an image with the clothes of all sustainable brands we collaborate with, and gives recommendations of where to buy it. Thus, finding what consumers like and buying it from sustainable brands will be made effortless and with a low environmental and social cost.

” Is it waste what I do not need, and what can someone else use? ” QxJunk is an idea dedicated to the redesign of already used materials and their transformation into a quality, design and eco functional piece of furniture. Considering that the concepts of recycling and re-use in Macedonia are far from the central focus in lifestyle, this idea is aimed at creating a positive image of the […]

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” Is it waste what I do not need, and what can someone else use? ”QxJunk is an idea dedicated to the redesign of already used materials and their transformation into a quality, design and eco functional piece of furniture.Considering that the concepts of recycling and re-use in Macedonia are far from the central focus in lifestyle, this idea is aimed at creating a positive image of the concept of waste, waste reduction and waste reuse, as well as increasing the environmental awareness in the environment and creating Great picture of the waste problem in the world.

Sweet & Fit is an online confectionery that offers completely healthy sweets, made exclusively from fruit, nuts and natural sweeteners. In our unique enterprise there are options for vegans, people with gluten and milk intolerance, diabetics, people with raw diets and other types of dietary restrictions. Percentage of the profits will be donated to the citizens’ association “Kindness”, which helps socially endangered and homeless families and individuals to carry out […]

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Sweet & Fit is an online confectionery that offers completely healthy sweets, made exclusively from fruit, nuts and natural sweeteners. In our unique enterprise there are options for vegans, people with gluten and milk intolerance, diabetics, people with raw diets and other types of dietary restrictions. Percentage of the profits will be donated to the citizens’ association “Kindness”, which helps socially endangered and homeless families and individuals to carry out their regular activities as supplying the people who are most needed with food, clothing, medicines, household appliances, etc. . In the future, when we have a physical location, we will employ persons in the social risk with which the association works.

Our mission is to motivate the catering facilities and the people to return the lost value back onto food as something that should be eaten and not thrown away. Food for everyone is platform that will allow you to get information and buy good food, that catering facilities could not sell during the day for a lower price (a price up to 80% lower of the regular).

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Our mission is to motivate the catering facilities and the people to return the lost value back onto food as something that should be eaten and not thrown away. Food for everyone is platform that will allow you to get information and buy good food, that catering facilities could not sell during the day for a lower price (a price up to 80% lower of the regular).

Sozdadi.mk is the first regional E-commerce platform for Entrepreneurship Support in the Republic of Macedonia and in the same time an online marketplace for sale and promotion of charity-made products, who lets people from one side of the world, help those on the other side. Our platform will provide safer environment for regional entrepreneurs, artisans, designers and artists, in which they will grow their small businesses, by selling and promoting […]

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Sozdadi.mk is the first regional E-commerce platform for Entrepreneurship Support in the Republic of Macedonia and in the same time an online marketplace for sale and promotion of charity-made products, who lets people from one side of the world, help those on the other side.

Our platform will provide safer environment for regional entrepreneurs, artisans, designers and artists, in which they will grow their small businesses, by selling and promoting their products, within their own online shop, without a participation fee.

Our vision is to promote social inclusion and fight poverty through self-employment, while expanding our impact around the world through a platform that makes sharing easier, with accent on socially marginalized people and single parents who have some creative hobby.

“AvAv Happy Dog Center” is a project that will provide education and protection of dog rights thru temporary homing and nurturing of homeless dogs and at the same time the business model will generate incomes thru creation of a doggy park for entertainments, doggy shops, hotel for dogs, day care and coffee shop for owners. In a separate area there is a dog shelter center for homeless dogs, where you […]

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“AvAv Happy Dog Center” is a project that will provide education and protection of dog rights thru temporary homing and nurturing of homeless dogs and at the same time the business model will generate incomes thru creation of a doggy park for entertainments, doggy shops, hotel for dogs, day care and coffee shop for owners. In a separate area there is a dog shelter center for homeless dogs, where you can adopt a rescue from the streets of Skopje.

Coterie produces original and one-of -a-kind garments from up cycled second hand clothes and textile waste. These products will be produced with the help from unemployed women, and later students (from vocational schools) who have the suitable knowledge and skill set to create the desired product, thus incorporate redesigned and modernized traditional Macedonian ornaments. Above all we offer lifetime guarantee for all of our products. Additionally, our customers will have a unique opportunity to […]

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Coterie produces original and one-of -a-kind garments from up cycled second hand clothes and textile waste. These products will be produced with the help from unemployed women, and later students (from vocational schools) who have the suitable knowledge and skill set to create the desired product, thus incorporate redesigned and modernized traditional Macedonian ornaments. Above all we offer lifetime guarantee for all of our products. Additionally, our customers will have a unique opportunity to make a social impact. By this we mean, for each bought piece of cloth from our brand our customer chooses, whether we will donate one garment to a socially disadvantaged person or plant a tree.

Our idea is to create glasses with built-in micro cameras that will capture the environment around the user and after processing the images, inform him about their surrounding via headphones. Our research has shown that this product can be manufactured with relatively low costs.

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Our idea is to create glasses with built-in micro cameras that will capture the environment around the user and after processing the images, inform him about their surrounding via headphones. Our research has shown that this product can be manufactured with relatively low costs.

Freshys is the first restaurant with a social business model in Macedonia – 34% of the profits are donated to social goals. The restaurant offers a wide selection of healthy and quality food and aims to help solve the most difficult problems of the homeless and socially vulnerable groups, actively collaborating with organizations and institutions in our society.

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Freshys is the first restaurant with a social business model in Macedonia – 34% of the profits are donated to social goals. The restaurant offers a wide selection of healthy and quality food and aims to help solve the most difficult problems of the homeless and socially vulnerable groups, actively collaborating with organizations and institutions in our society.

The social stigma and financial instability in our community is creating difficulties for single parents who are trying to create a better future for their children and them. The process of finding a job is long and difficult, especially when trying to juggle between finding stability and dedication to their children. Our goal is to facilitate this process, and give them a helping hand during this time in their life.

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The social stigma and financial instability in our community is creating difficulties for single parents who are trying to create a better future for their children and them. The process of finding a job is long and difficult, especially when trying to juggle between finding stability and dedication to their children. Our goal is to facilitate this process, and give them a helping hand during this time in their life.

Slamaher offers services in the domain of participatory sustainable architecture according to the principles of passive solar design, using straw bales as building material for energy efficient homes at affordable prices. This means a comprehensive participatory design and implementation process, ranging from a conceptual design, architectural plan, etc.

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Slamaher offers services in the domain of participatory sustainable architecture according to the principles of passive solar design, using straw bales as building material for energy efficient homes at affordable prices. This means a comprehensive participatory design and implementation process, ranging from a conceptual design, architectural plan, etc.

MojVozduh is a mobile and web application that tells the users how much the air is polluted at their location. It is able to display the air quality from 17 different measuring stations in Macedonia, and about 7 different air pollutants. By using the application, users can be informed real-time about what they breathe, what the pollutants are, where they come from and what can be done to protect our […]

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MojVozduh is a mobile and web application that tells the users how much the air is polluted at their location. It is able to display the air quality from 17 different measuring stations in Macedonia, and about 7 different air pollutants. By using the application, users can be informed real-time about what they breathe, what the pollutants are, where they come from and what can be done to protect our environment from further pollution of the air that we so highly depend on.

Good Earth – This way of production and cultivation of food contributes to a remarkable fall of quality of food and quality of life. In addition, it generates an unsustainable eco-system. Surely, one of the most our important social responsibility is to save the eco-system of Earth, and deliver better future to our successors. Organic and bio-dynamic production is the answer that looks promising. But, we are going to support that […]

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Good Earth – This way of production and cultivation of food contributes to a remarkable fall of quality of food and quality of life. In addition, it generates an unsustainable eco-system. Surely, one of the most our important social responsibility is to save the eco-system of Earth, and deliver better future to our successors. Organic and bio-dynamic production is the answer that looks promising. But, we are going to support that it in a unique way, by creating a closed system where everybody will be involved and part of that system with building blocks of fairness and trust. What is the output? A smile!

The project Coolinari 2.0 is initiative designed to help the students of the State Gastronomy School to recognize the potential of their profession and improve their skills for transition to the labor market. The students from the school will be offered comprehensive workshops and trainings to improve their capacities and raise their motivation. Young chefs will learn how to make CVs, write recipes and post them to the mobile app […]

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The project Coolinari 2.0 is initiative designed to help the students of the State Gastronomy School to recognize the potential of their profession and improve their skills for transition to the labor market. The students from the school will be offered comprehensive workshops and trainings to improve their capacities and raise their motivation. Young chefs will learn how to make CVs, write recipes and post them to the mobile app RECEPTKO and www.coolinari.mk
The project end goal is to create social impact through social partnerships between the state school, CSO and the private sector.

Pets are kept – The idea is to set up the first Montenegrin hotel for pets. Owners would be able to surrender their pets when they were on their way to compensation, and they would care for a team of veterinarians and other experts. Part of the profit realized would be returned to the community so that abandoned animals from the streets of the Montenegrin cities would find, sterilize and […]

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Pets are kept – The idea is to set up the first Montenegrin hotel for pets. Owners would be able to surrender their pets when they were on their way to compensation, and they would care for a team of veterinarians and other experts. Part of the profit realized would be returned to the community so that abandoned animals from the streets of the Montenegrin cities would find, sterilize and care for their final retirement.

It’s time for Montenegro to breathe! Air pollution is one of the biggest ecological problems of today. The consequences of this burning problem are felt by the citizens of Montenegro, mostly in the North. In the North of Montenegro, citizens feel the consequences of this problem for up to a hundred days a year, since they inhale polluted air. Air purifiers are very expensive and very difficult to get. In […]

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It’s time for Montenegro to breathe! Air pollution is one of the biggest ecological problems of today. The consequences of this burning problem are felt by the citizens of Montenegro, mostly in the North. In the North of Montenegro, citizens feel the consequences of this problem for up to a hundred days a year, since they inhale polluted air. Air purifiers are very expensive and very difficult to get. In Montenegro, it is necessary to set aside two average wages to get an air purifier. We are here to present a solution to this problem.
Our solution is presented by the “Prodiši” (“Breath-in”) team and it is a device that is affordable to every Montenegrin home, since it costs very little, and solves the problem of air pollution as well as branded expensive air purifiers. When we analyzed what the air purifiers bring to the table, we found out that the only thing solving this problem is a “hepa” filter, that can be found on a regular fan, while everything else is esthetics or the sheel of the device itself. These filters cost very little and can be obtained through our project.
We’re here to distribute “hepa” filters to every home, and then you can use them with your old fans, giving them new life, or with air conditioners, by placing “hepa” filters on them, and have absolutely clean, one hundred percent clean air in your home. Also if they opt for this option, the users can buy our air purifier which purifies air up to a hundred percent.

The main production activity of the social business Igla & Konac will be just creative recycling. The products they intend to market to the market are diverse, starting from ornaments, small useful objects for home to larger objects, furniture and works of art. It is well-known that there are a variety of styles and materials and the preferences of potential buyers who plan to meet the versatile offer. What Iglu […]

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The main production activity of the social business Igla & Konac will be just creative recycling. The products they intend to market to the market are diverse, starting from ornaments, small useful objects for home to larger objects, furniture and works of art. It is well-known that there are a variety of styles and materials and the preferences of potential buyers who plan to meet the versatile offer. What Iglu & Konac stands out with regard to competition is the use of waste for the production of the above mentioned products, and the promotion of a new culture of re-use of things and giving customers the opportunity to look after their environment. In addition, as a social business, they intend to make the profit we are making back into the community: free workshops, waste collection campaigns, procurement of a larger range of raw materials, etc. In this case, all potential homeowners or households are interested in potential buyers for handmade items, interior design, waste recycling, creative / artistic ideas, student and civic activism, social entrepreneurship and so on.

Agro-tourist Bureau – The idea of the Agro-tourist Bureau is to gather and centralize all agricultural producers and farms who want to include their products and services in the local tourist offer and facilitate their access to development funds on the one hand, and to consumers on the other hand. Interested producers and households will be able to network and cooperate together, but the platform will also link them to […]

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Agro-tourist Bureau – The idea of the Agro-tourist Bureau is to gather and centralize all agricultural producers and farms who want to include their products and services in the local tourist offer and facilitate their access to development funds on the one hand, and to consumers on the other hand. Interested producers and households will be able to network and cooperate together, but the platform will also link them to all relevant agencies in the tourism field, thus promoting rural tourism and healthy, organic production.

The main activity of this business is the production of creative fashion accessories from recycled materials (paper and cardboard). Primary products are handmade bow ties and bags, and in addition elegant cats and hats. Mr. Bowtie promotes part-time jobs, involving young people as well as people with disabilities, in cooperation with the Employment Service. Earnings will be calculated by percentage (20% of the sales price of the product). It is […]

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The main activity of this business is the production of creative fashion accessories from recycled materials (paper and cardboard). Primary products are handmade bow ties and bags, and in addition elegant cats and hats. Mr. Bowtie promotes part-time jobs, involving young people as well as people with disabilities, in cooperation with the Employment Service. Earnings will be calculated by percentage (20% of the sales price of the product). It is also planned to promote ideas and expand production capacities.

Farmer on click – An interactive app for mobile and web will be created to connect residents from the North of Montenegro who are engaged in agriculture and buyers of agricultural products. The website will enable them to find out more quickly and easily about their businesses, but there will also be an incentive for other people to be more involved in agricultural activities. Farmers from the north or from […]

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Farmer on click – An interactive app for mobile and web will be created to connect residents from the North of Montenegro who are engaged in agriculture and buyers of agricultural products. The website will enable them to find out more quickly and easily about their businesses, but there will also be an incentive for other people to be more involved in agricultural activities. Farmers from the north or from any part of the country will have the opportunity to offer their products on the website, and small and medium-sized enterprises as buyers will in this way quickly and directly find offers of domestic products.

Different Corner – The concept of Different Corner is based on merging the needs of young people for socialization and entertaining content on one hand and education on the other hand. As a cafe, the Corner would offer young people the opportunity to learn more about prominent public figures in a pleasant ambience and entertain themselves. A different well-known individual would be chosen every week – a person which has had […]

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Different Corner – The concept of Different Corner is based on merging the needs of young people for socialization and entertaining content on one hand and education on the other hand. As a cafe, the Corner would offer young people the opportunity to learn more about prominent public figures in a pleasant ambience and entertain themselves. A different well-known individual would be chosen every week – a person which has had significant influence in the field of art, sports, science – as an inspiration and theme for the activities within the Corner. Visitors would be informed about the life and heritage of these individuals through video-boards with documentary films and archive photographs.

Developing young people’s skills to work in a team, problem solving, brainstorming, innovation and creative thinking, and leadership. The project will give young people the opportunity to develop their entrepreneurial skills by solving briefs received from companies. Dezvoltarea abilităţilor tinerilor de a lucra în echipă, de problem solving, de brainstorming, de innovation şi creative thinking, dar şi de leadership. Proiectul va oferi posibilitatea tinerilor de a-și dezvolta competențele antreprenoriale prin rezolvarea unor […]

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Developing young people’s skills to work in a team, problem solving, brainstorming, innovation and creative thinking, and leadership. The project will give young people the opportunity to develop their entrepreneurial skills by solving briefs received from companies.

Smiles for the future is an educational project through which institutionalized children learn and understand why oral health and techniques for the prevention of illnesses associated with faulty hygiene are important. The project is structured in the form of interactive workshops, during which children acquire, through age-appropriate learning methods, essential notions about: anatomy of the oral cavity, the main determinants of diseases in the oral sphere, as well as the […]

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Smiles for the future is an educational project through which institutionalized children learn and understand why oral health and techniques for the prevention of illnesses associated with faulty hygiene are important. The project is structured in the form of interactive workshops, during which children acquire, through age-appropriate learning methods, essential notions about: anatomy of the oral cavity, the main determinants of diseases in the oral sphere, as well as the main preventive methods.

iziBAC is a mobile app that aims to facilitate learning for the Baccalaureate exam and increase the rate of graduation for one of the most feared exams in life: the baccalaureate exam. iziBAC este o aplicație mobilă care are ca scop facilitarea învățării pentru examenul de Bacalaureat și de a crește rata promovabilității pentru unul dintre cele mai temute examene din viață: examenul de bacalaureat.

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iziBAC is a mobile app that aims to facilitate learning for the Baccalaureate exam and increase the rate of graduation for one of the most feared exams in life: the baccalaureate exam.

Touch & Hear Assisted Teaching System is an educational solution for the blind, offering an online encyclopedia, a web editor and an app to read these. THATS is one of the 3 Romanian start-ups selected for Hello Tomorrow, the largest global science & technology competition.

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Touch & Hear Assisted Teaching System is an educational solution for the blind, offering an online encyclopedia, a web editor and an app to read these. THATS is one of the 3 Romanian start-ups selected for Hello Tomorrow, the largest global science & technology competition.

Experimental Factory – A scientific toolkit for experiments for 17 different experiments, a booklet with explanations and videos for each stage. More than 1800 pupils have gone through this process in 2016.

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Experimental Factory – A scientific toolkit for experiments for 17 different experiments, a booklet with explanations and videos for each stage. More than 1800 pupils have gone through this process in 2016.

Art Cooperative – Empowering Communities Through Art Description Our main goal is to empower communities and give art purpose, if not meaning. That’s why we give back 75% of every purchase you make. 50% goes to a Social Cause that inspires you and 25% to the Artist that contributed with the design. The rest is meant to cover all production and operational costs. We are currently selling postcards, gift-cards, notebooks, […]

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Art Cooperative – Empowering Communities Through Art
Description
Our main goal is to empower communities and give art purpose, if not meaning. That’s why we give back 75% of every purchase you make. 50% goes to a Social Cause that inspires you and 25% to the Artist that contributed with the design. The rest is meant to cover all production and operational costs.

We are currently selling postcards, gift-cards, notebooks, canvas paintings on a wide variety of shapes and sizes etc. For each limited edition canvas you buy (max. 10 produced / design), you will receive a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.

We teach kids about emotions, impulse control, empathy and social skills. How? Using theater, lessons and games on smartphones, computers and tablets. Mission Because nothing is more rewarding for us than to see the true smile of a kid… We are determined to improve skills related to emotional intelligence of at least one million kids in five years, starting from may 2013. We are using electronic interactive children’s books in […]

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We teach kids about emotions, impulse control, empathy and social skills.

How? Using theater, lessons and games on smartphones, computers and tablets.
Mission
Because nothing is more rewarding for us than to see the true smile of a kid…

We are determined to improve skills related to emotional intelligence of at least one million kids in five years, starting from may 2013.

We are using electronic interactive children’s books in a very innovative way, combining storytelling, games and a state of the art platform developed by us.

The support of companies like Microsoft and Google also help a lot.

Our theater play and lessons will also help our improvements, success and a growing motivation.

Sustainable development in rural Romania. We believe that the great opportunity of the Romanian village lays precisely in the capitalization of its specific traits and not on further industrialization. Unlike western Europe’s countryside that has succumbed to industrialization a long time ago, much of the Romanian village is still at a crossroads of development. The tendency now seems to be economic growth with no scruples, large investments that do not […]

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Sustainable development in rural Romania.

We believe that the great opportunity of the Romanian village lays precisely in the capitalization of its specific traits and not on further industrialization. Unlike western Europe’s countryside that has succumbed to industrialization a long time ago, much of the Romanian village is still at a crossroads of development. The tendency now seems to be economic growth with no scruples, large investments that do not take into consideration culture and environment and eventually accentuate economic disparities.

But we don’t need to cut our forests, impoverish our biodiversity, poison our rivers and work only in factories to achieve wellbeing. We also don’t need to all move to large cities; in fact, all signs point to the fact that our globe would’t be able to sustain such trends, in the long term.

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Upside Down is a Romanian project that aims at promoting a cool concept through their products – Upcycling. You may wonder what Upcycling is about. Well, taking the words separately…everybody knows what “UP” means…and the “cycling” part is definitely familiar to bike fellows. Putting them back together, “Upcycling”, RE-cycling “UP” and not “Down” means turning apparently useless, disregarded stuff into new and cool products with added value. Like ours. For […]

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Upside Down is a Romanian project that aims at promoting a cool concept through their products – Upcycling.

You may wonder what Upcycling is about.

Well, taking the words separately…everybody knows what “UP” means…and the “cycling” part is definitely familiar to bike fellows. Putting them back together, “Upcycling”, RE-cycling “UP” and not “Down” means turning apparently useless, disregarded stuff into new and cool products with added value. Like ours.

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An inclusive workplace where children with diagnosis like cerebral pulsy and autism practice various kinds of arts and crafts. With the help of professional craftsmen children can master doing such things as making candles, felting, embroidery, woodcarving, etc. The project develops art skills and helps children realize what they like doing. Kamensk-Uralski city Инклюзивная мастерская, где дети с диагнозами ДЦП и аутизм изучают различные виды прикладного творчества. С помощью профессиональных […]

BuySocial – the platform that unites social entrepreneurs and socially responsible customers. Buying goods at BuySocial, people help these who are in need, nature, and contribute to development of cultural projects. The sellers, for example, provide jobs to disabled people, give money to charity or use recycled materials in their production process.

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BuySocial – the platform that unites social entrepreneurs and socially responsible customers. Buying goods at BuySocial, people help these who are in need, nature, and contribute to development of cultural projects. The sellers, for example, provide jobs to disabled people, give money to charity or use recycled materials in their production process.

Vyatka without garbage – Vyatka bez musora i a project that aims to reduce the amount of waste, which is sent to landfill. We gather all units of waste that can be recycled and give them to those who make new useful things out of recycled materials. We consult the citizens online how to deal with waste and organize different events where we show how to sort plastics, paper, glass in […]

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Vyatka without garbage – Vyatka bez musora i a project that aims to reduce the amount of waste, which is sent to landfill. We gather all units of waste that can be recycled and give them to those who make new useful things out of recycled materials. We consult the citizens online how to deal with waste and organize different events where we show how to sort plastics, paper, glass in a right way. We gather these units of waste and send it for recycling.

Do it yourself – Delaj sam|a is an independent cultural space for those who explore, change, and develop the society and the city by their actions. We call these actions “grassroots” initiatives. Authors of these initiatives can use Delay Sama space as a platform where they can hold their events in different formats – film screenings, workshops, lectures etc. By doing so it gives people opportunity to learn practical skills, to […]

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Do it yourself – Delaj sam|a is an independent cultural space for those who explore, change, and develop the society and the city by their actions. We call these actions “grassroots” initiatives. Authors of these initiatives can use Delay Sama space as a platform where they can hold their events in different formats – film screenings, workshops, lectures etc. By doing so it gives people opportunity to learn practical skills, to be self-organized and proactive.

The “Road of Champions” – a team that with full responsibility for children’s health meets the school, kindergarten, on the equipped car, accompanied by the tutor brings them to the sections, awaits them and gives to parents who have freed themselves after a hard day.

The project has two goals: 1) to create jobs for our children – young people with disabilities, graduates of the Pavlovsk orphanage
2) fundraising tool, a stable source of the money to a charitable organization “Children of Pavlovsk”

The Other Place – Create co-working space for NGOs youth of the city of Cherkessk, antikafe, training center, located in the same room and working as a mutually supportive structure of the mechanism. At the same time, co-working space for NGOs is provided rent-free, and with the ability to directly interact with the visitors.

Основная идея SDW – получить синергетический эффект от взаимодействия школьников и бизнеса. Дать участникам студии навыки, способствующие развитию бизнесу клиентов студии. The basic idea of SDW is to get synergies between school and business, to provide to participants special skills, which will help grow and develop businesses of studio’s customers.

Sense Around is an electronic guide for blind people which helps to navigate in the city and inside the buildings more safely and faster. Our solution is a portable device that has a certain algorithm of defining the obstacles (e.g. a step, a wall, a border etc.). It combines vibro- and audio notification. Such combination helps to overcome the weakness of each when used separately.

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Sense Around is an electronic guide for blind people which helps to navigate in the city and inside the buildings more safely and faster.

Our solution is a portable device that has a certain algorithm of defining the obstacles (e.g. a step, a wall, a border etc.). It combines vibro- and audio notification. Such combination helps to overcome the weakness of each when used separately.

We have created a new product in Russia – honey with berries in order to provide job opportunities for people in the village Maly Turysh in the Urals. There is a small factory there and we plan to build extra facilities for the project to be more financially stable. There is not so much work in the Russian villages – big unemployment after Soviet subsidies into agriculture stopped and people […]

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We have created a new product in Russia – honey with berries in order to provide job opportunities for people in the village Maly Turysh in the Urals. There is a small factory there and we plan to build extra facilities for the project to be more financially stable.

There is not so much work in the Russian villages – big unemployment after Soviet subsidies into agriculture stopped and people got no chance to find work. If young people can leave and find jobs in the cities, thre rest are left there with minimum pension and no job opportunities. With us people collect berries and make honey on a small factory that we have opened there.

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We develop a mechanic and electro-mechanic prosthetic device using 3D printing which reduces the costs, speeds up the production and the product itself looks nicer. The prosthetic device has the same functionalities as the arm of the person which improves the lives of people with disabilities. There is a problem with access to the cheap and functional (not only cosmetic) prosthesis of the upper extremities on the Russian market. We […]

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We develop a mechanic and electro-mechanic prosthetic device using 3D printing which reduces the costs, speeds up the production and the product itself looks nicer. The prosthetic device has the same functionalities as the arm of the person which improves the lives of people with disabilities.

There is a problem with access to the cheap and functional (not only cosmetic) prosthesis of the upper extremities on the Russian market. We have approximately 10.000 people in Russia and CIS and about 2 million in the world who have disabilities with upper extremities.

Pirate art deals with the production of aesthetic covers for orthopedic aids for people with disabilities. The models are designed in solidworks at customer’s request if they want a special model and then they are created using 3D printers. After that, the finish is done by painting varnish and sculpting as desired. Pirate art baviće se proizvodnjom estetskih obloga za ortopedska pomagala za osobe sa invaliditetom. Modeli se projektuju u […]

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Pirate art deals with the production of aesthetic covers for orthopedic aids for people with disabilities. The models are designed in solidworks at customer’s request if they want a special model and then they are created using 3D printers. After that, the finish is done by painting varnish and sculpting as desired.

Mini Home is a minimal residential unit whose main features are transportability and ease of assembly. This unit can be a solution for socially and economically vulnerable groups, in cases of natural disasters, migration and other crisis situations that cause the housing problem. The unit can also be used as a student home, a playhouse in the yard, a shelter in a remote location, a accommodation unit at the festival […]

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Mini Home is a minimal residential unit whose main features are transportability and ease of assembly. This unit can be a solution for socially and economically vulnerable groups, in cases of natural disasters, migration and other crisis situations that cause the housing problem. The unit can also be used as a student home, a playhouse in the yard, a shelter in a remote location, a accommodation unit at the festival and in the camps. This housing unit can be someone’s home, someone’s temporary solution, and someone and a lifestyle.

There are built-in LED diodes that are alerted by the light signals to users of immediate danger. If the sound comes from the left side, the light will appear on the left side of the frame. If the sound comes from the back, the light on the underside of the frame. Right for the right and the upper side for the sound in front of the eyewear. Of course, not […]

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There are built-in LED diodes that are alerted by the light signals to users of immediate danger. If the sound comes from the left side, the light will appear on the left side of the frame. If the sound comes from the back, the light on the underside of the frame. Right for the right and the upper side for the sound in front of the eyewear. Of course, not every sound will activate a warning, but only the one whose strength is perceived as a danger (eg car sounders at a certain distance, near-coming driving sound, squeak of tires, etc.). That part of the task will be performed by a microcontroller. The signals are very efficient.

UrbiGo is a smart vertical garden destination for townspeople, enabling them to easily and easily brew fresh food throughout the year in a limited space. Prior knowledge is not needed because the user connects with his or her garden via a mobile application that represents a unique platform where he learns how to cultivate his plants and monitor the light, temperature, and humidity of the soil. Also, every user becomes […]

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UrbiGo is a smart vertical garden destination for townspeople, enabling them to easily and easily brew fresh food throughout the year in a limited space. Prior knowledge is not needed because the user connects with his or her garden via a mobile application that represents a unique platform where he learns how to cultivate his plants and monitor the light, temperature, and humidity of the soil. Also, every user becomes part of the UrbiGo virtual community where he can share the progress and images of his UrbiGo garden as well as motivate others to join and become creators of a healthier and greener environment.

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Green roofs – “Zeleni krovovi” is an idea which would implement green oasis on flat roof tops. The main idea of “Zeleni krovovi” is to embed natural environment which includes green carpets, trees and flowers into urban city environment. Green roofs or green gardens provide users numerous advantages, such as space for relaxation and recreation as well as possibility for residents to spend quality time in natural environment and all that in […]

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Green roofs – “Zeleni krovovi” is an idea which would implement green oasis on flat roof tops. The main idea of “Zeleni krovovi” is to embed natural environment which includes green carpets, trees and flowers into urban city environment. Green roofs or green gardens provide users numerous advantages, such as space for relaxation and recreation as well as possibility for residents to spend quality time in natural environment and all that in just few steps away from their apartment. At the same time, green oasis would solve several ecological issues such as minimizing the urban heat-island effect, air filtration and reducing energy consumption during summer periods.

“Prozorište” is a unique concept in Republic of Serbia and its uniqueness is expressed through organizing travels of different dimensions in the sphere of culture. The idea of these travels is to promote history, culture, literature and theater and at the same time give youngsters of 15 to 19 years old a chance to enter the labor market. Those young people have the role of a curator – an actor who introduces […]

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“Prozorište” is a unique concept in Republic of Serbia and its uniqueness is expressed through organizing travels of different dimensions in the sphere of culture. The idea of these travels is to promote history, culture, literature and theater and at the same time give youngsters of 15 to 19 years old a chance to enter the labor market. Those young people have the role of a curator – an actor who introduces travelers with the spirit and stories of the places visited. The state doesn’t recognize the importance of culture and therefore allocates the least amount of funds for culture, which is why they promote it. “Prozorište” takes you onto trips during which you are not just a passive tourist, but a real traveler.

Students’ community – Almost a year passed since our idea was born. Catering workshop “Studenti zajednici”, designed as an express restaurant with food delivery to the oldest and a place where education meets practice for future caterers. From a student project on the subject Food & Beverages Management, we have come to the moment when it’s time to start investments. We get the support of the residents of Sremski Karlovci, […]

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Students’ community – Almost a year passed since our idea was born. Catering workshop “Studenti zajednici”, designed as an express restaurant with food delivery to the oldest and a place where education meets practice for future caterers. From a student project on the subject Food & Beverages Management, we have come to the moment when it’s time to start investments. We get the support of the residents of Sremski Karlovci, so now is the time to gain the trust of prospective investors. This is just the beginning!

Global economic crisis and transition process have led to high unemployment rate in Serbia, with young people being especially affected. For the age group 15-24, the unemployment rate is 43.1%. The project “Sa problemima na ti” provides psychological assistance, career guidance and counselling services to young people through individual sessions, counselling via Skype, psychological testing, training and workshops. The project is being implemented by two psychologists/psychotherapists. In order for the […]

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Global economic crisis and transition process have led to high unemployment rate in Serbia, with young people being especially affected. For the age group 15-24, the unemployment rate is 43.1%. The project “Sa problemima na ti” provides psychological assistance, career guidance and counselling services to young people through individual sessions, counselling via Skype, psychological testing, training and workshops. The project is being implemented by two psychologists/psychotherapists. In order for the project to be available for young people who belong to vulnerable social groups, these services are provided for free for Romany children in transition from primary to secondary school. The aim of the project is the improvement of young people’s mental health, the increase in their employability as well as the social integration of the young people from vulnerable social groups.

Young for Old – In three years of work, the team of young people has been built, that team decided that their work will be beneficial for seniors. According to population census 22% of population is older than 65 years and many of them live alone. Instead of them we are waiting in lines, doing payments, buying medications and groceries and regularly visiting them. We agreed that we should say […]

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Young for Old – In three years of work, the team of young people has been built, that team decided that their work will be beneficial for seniors. According to population census 22% of population is older than 65 years and many of them live alone. Instead of them we are waiting in lines, doing payments, buying medications and groceries and regularly visiting them. We agreed that we should say thank you to the elderly because they deserved it. In order to preserve environment and promote sustainable ways of transport, we provide all services by bikes. Sustainability of the project is achieved by providing services to the people younger than 70 from where the highest incomes come from fast food delivery and services of marketing and promotions. Social Impact Award will mean big step to sustainability for our project, possibility of expansion to other cities in Serbia and expansion of services. As citizens of Pirot with use of bicycles we are reducing number of young unemployed people, we are helping elderly, preserving environment and for every 1000 KM passed we are saving 150 euros. Today you don’t have 70, but tomorrow you will have. Vote for us.

Eco Crates – Bees pollinate around 80% wild plant species and they are responsible for one third of our food. Without the bee there is no pollination, and without pollination there is no yield. Food chain in eco system is disrupted and unfortunately that can bring into question survival of all living life on planet. Many people don’t know that plants that they use everyday, are those plants that attract […]

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Eco Crates – Bees pollinate around 80% wild plant species and they are responsible for one third of our food. Without the bee there is no pollination, and without pollination there is no yield. Food chain in eco system is disrupted and unfortunately that can bring into question survival of all living life on planet. Many people don’t know that plants that they use everyday, are those plants that attract and feed pollinators. Our product „Eko gajbice“ is made with careful selection and combination of plants. „Eko gajbice“ are created as crates of health or mini city pharmacies that consist from medicinal herbs, and edible crates or mini supermarkets that consist from edible and spicy herbs. Our product can adapt to any space, it is made from natural and recycle materials, with interesting design and with additional material about growing and maintaining plants. Creating and maintaining mini habitats for bees in urban environments, on balconies and terraces of users, every owner of „Eko gajbice“ is participating in forming one bigger city network of bee oasis and that way we are helping bees to find their corner in unfriendly city environment and in same time creating nicer place for us and our neighbors.

School Companion – If we take in count car accidents, school violence and street criminal, movement of kids trough urban environments is something that we need to look for. Our youngest are our greatest treasure and because of that we are trying to provide them safe and care free growing up. Bearing in mind working hours some parents doesn’t have possibility to walk their kids to school and other activities […]

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School Companion – If we take in count car accidents, school violence and street criminal, movement of kids trough urban environments is something that we need to look for. Our youngest are our greatest treasure and because of that we are trying to provide them safe and care free growing up. Bearing in mind working hours some parents doesn’t have possibility to walk their kids to school and other activities every day. “Školski pratilac“ is person that will care for one child or group of kids, at a certain path. Those are adults with authority that are educated in fields of safety, work with children and first aid. Their selection and engagement is done by parents and advantage will have unemployed persons with experience in already mentioned fields and students. “Školski pratilac“ for their work will have financial compensation. Survey done in Belgrade elementary schools has shown that 70% of parents would use service of escort for their children. Our idea is unique on the market and available to everyone on the territory of the city. Engagement of “Školski pratilac“ is decreasing unemployment , giving parents safety of their loved ones, it saves precious time and inspires trust in community members. Vote for us and be sure that we are caring about your children.

Adopt a beehive – Long term project allowing people to adopt beehives from local organic beekeeper, in exchange for high quality honey, bee selfies, and good feeling from regular statistics about impact of their hive on ecosystem in their country.

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Adopt a beehive – Long term project allowing people to adopt beehives from local organic beekeeper, in exchange for high quality honey, bee selfies, and good feeling from regular statistics about impact of their hive on ecosystem in their country.

Children with hearing loss can hear, speak and live tremendous lives despite their handicap. However, they need access to well-directed support, technological and medical help and education. Their parents, being responsible for their future, also need support, information, and connection with other parents. After coming through similar experience, we’ve created project “Klub Počujko”. Membership fees will enable us to create information materials, video guides, provide peer counselling and organise educational […]

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Children with hearing loss can hear, speak and live tremendous lives despite their handicap. However, they need access to well-directed support, technological and medical help and education. Their parents, being responsible for their future, also need support, information, and connection with other parents. After coming through similar experience, we’ve created project “Klub Počujko”. Membership fees will enable us to create information materials, video guides, provide peer counselling and organise educational and friendly events for parents.

NOSIM is hand-made brand that manufactures fashion accessories (bags, wallets, pouches…) we wear every day. It uses illustrated themes that emphasize Slovak culture and nature (cave, food, architecture etc.). The text on the product labels conveys its stories. Motifs are linked to good quality products of small Slovak entrepreneurs who contribute to market by their products.(ex.tomato motifs refers to tomato seller) After NOSIM bag purchase the customer gets a discount […]

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NOSIM is hand-made brand that manufactures fashion accessories (bags, wallets, pouches…) we wear every day. It uses illustrated themes that emphasize Slovak culture and nature (cave, food, architecture etc.). The text on the product labels conveys its stories. Motifs are linked to good quality products of small Slovak entrepreneurs who contribute to market by their products.(ex.tomato motifs refers to tomato seller) After NOSIM bag purchase the customer gets a discount voucher from the referred seller. In the production uses unsold good-quality material of second-hand goods.

Healthy Snack: “Healthiness that tastes” – Healthy snack project was created on the basis of food problems of children in elementary schools. Children get money from parents to buy some and nobody controls or coordinates, what exactly do the children buy. Hence children choose unhealthy food such as chips, sweetened beverages, chocolate bars, etc. We propose a solution to this problem in form of vending machines filled with fresh, healthy […]

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Healthy Snack: “Healthiness that tastes” – Healthy snack project was created on the basis of food problems of children in elementary schools. Children get money from parents to buy some and nobody controls or coordinates, what exactly do the children buy. Hence children choose unhealthy food such as chips, sweetened beverages, chocolate bars, etc.

We propose a solution to this problem in form of vending machines filled with fresh, healthy and nutritionally balanced products. The machine is going to use an ID card technology and so children are not going to be in contact with money, which could be used for other purposes.

4 billion people are endangered by earthquakes. Quake resQ is a complex solution consisting of Qbox, a tiny box which can detect earthquake before it happens and mobile app, which shows (shouts) you all info you need to know before and during an earthquake. You know when will the earthquake come, how big it is going to be and what to do. Following the instructions can save your life. For […]

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4 billion people are endangered by earthquakes. Quake resQ is a complex solution consisting of Qbox, a tiny box which can detect earthquake before it happens and mobile app, which shows (shouts) you all info you need to know before and during an earthquake.

You know when will the earthquake come, how big it is going to be and what to do. Following the instructions can save your life. For example, during a small earthquakes you must hide under the table, in bigger ones, you must get outside. The app can also turn off the gas and electricity in endangered buildings. More info at quakeresq.com

Development program OCTAGO – We are Octago Team and we decided to make this world a healthier place. We want to allow all generations to spend free time meaningfully, working out with own body weight. You can let your Body become a Masterpiece with us. Project Octago consists of building an outdoor workout park and developing an active community. Our purpose is to also educate young generation, disconnect them from […]

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Development program OCTAGO – We are Octago Team and we decided to make this world a healthier place. We want to allow all generations to spend free time meaningfully, working out with own body weight. You can let your Body become a Masterpiece with us.

Project Octago consists of building an outdoor workout park and developing an active community. Our purpose is to also educate young generation, disconnect them from the virtual world and get reconnected with their bodies, with themselves. Help us with this vision. We are Octago.

We created a didactic game – ChemPlay that reveals the secrets of inorganic chemistry and yet offers a good time for the family. New board game allows its use in difficulty levels: Beginner (nomenclature of chem. elements), Advanced (creation of inorganic compounds), Expert (competition). The game was tested on Slovak schools. The students enjoyed the form of learning, the teachers cherished the didactic function of the game. The game is […]

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We created a didactic game – ChemPlay that reveals the secrets of inorganic chemistry and yet offers a good time for the family. New board game allows its use in difficulty levels: Beginner (nomenclature of chem. elements), Advanced (creation of inorganic compounds), Expert (competition).

The game was tested on Slovak schools. The students enjoyed the form of learning, the teachers cherished the didactic function of the game. The game is designed internationally – has an ambition of a worldwide success. We plan to process other natural sciences and to create a set of didactic games.

Standard movement therapy methods of disorders such as cerebral palsy or dyspraxia are often monotone and not amusing for the patients. The LeapKin project is a game system for therapy of such disorders and even more. Children patients can enjoy therapy sessions by playing our specially designed games, moreover by using cooperative system, children can socialize during therapy sessions. System also helps therapists by providing rich game statistics. In the […]

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Standard movement therapy methods of disorders such as cerebral palsy or dyspraxia are often monotone and not amusing for the patients. The LeapKin project is a game system for therapy of such disorders and even more.

Children patients can enjoy therapy sessions by playing our specially designed games, moreover by using cooperative system, children can socialize during therapy sessions. System also helps therapists by providing rich game statistics. In the future we plan to add educational elements to games and extend the target group with people after accident injuries and older people.

Karma recharger is a unique application that effectively connects volunteers, NGOs and donors. Idea: If you do something helpful and beneficial for your local NGO, receiver of your help will increase your „virtual karma“ in the Karma recharger application. You can use your virtual karma to get discounts, free entries or certain products. We are creating virtual “karma” currency and connecting different stakeholders: Users (students, young people, unemployed, tourists etc.) […]

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Karma recharger is a unique application that effectively connects volunteers, NGOs and donors.
Idea: If you do something helpful and beneficial for your local NGO, receiver of your help will increase your „virtual karma“ in the Karma recharger application. You can use your virtual karma to get discounts, free entries or certain products.

We are creating virtual “karma” currency and connecting different stakeholders:

Ecological Waste Water Treatment is an isolated gravel field into which the waste water is piped. In the gravel there are growing the water plants used for cleaning the water. The plants clean water thanks to the aerobes living nearby their roots, which purify waste water up to 95-98%. The EWWT is an appropriate solution for individuals, communities and businesses. An advantage is that there is no need of electricity […]

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Ecological Waste Water Treatment is an isolated gravel field into which the waste water is piped. In the gravel there are growing the water plants used for cleaning the water. The plants clean water thanks to the aerobes living nearby their roots, which purify waste water up to 95-98%.

The EWWT is an appropriate solution for individuals, communities and businesses. An advantage is that there is no need of electricity and EWWT requires hardly any maintenance, therefore operating expenses are up to 80-90% lower compared to the mech.-biolog. WWT.

Autsours is an online service which takes time consuming and easily describable tasks from companies and individuals and let unemployed people work on them remotely from their homes. Our customers get high quality results for low price and save their valuable time or time of their employees. Our workers receive free training focused on working with PC and Internet and after passing it, they start earning money as a part […]

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Autsours is an online service which takes time consuming and easily describable tasks from companies and individuals and let unemployed people work on them remotely from their homes.

Our customers get high quality results for low price and save their valuable time or time of their employees. Our workers receive free training focused on working with PC and Internet and after passing it, they start earning money as a part of our qualified team.

Our aim is to create an interactive video service simulating a job interview that will facilitate the process of finding employment and simplify the selection of suitable candidates. A candidate will by means of an application respond to predefined questions/suggestions of a job offering person. A computer with webcam and with the access to the internet will be sufficient during the whole process. A record along with a CV will be then forwarded […]

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Our aim is to create an interactive video service simulating a job interview that will facilitate the process of finding employment and simplify the selection of suitable candidates. A candidate will by means of an application respond to predefined questions/suggestions of a job offering person. A computer with webcam and with the access to the internet will be sufficient during the whole process. A record along with a CV will be then forwarded to potential employers. This way, we will reduce job search expenses of candidates (travelling, communication) and improve their position (self-presentation) and make new employee selection process more effective for companies.

eyeBlink – conscious blinking for healthy eyes We want to help people to blink regularly to prevent and heal the computer vision syndrome (such as red or dry eyes) with a program, which will analyse the user eye blink frequency from the images captured by webcam and give feedback to the user when a low eye blink rate is detected. www.blinkingmatters.com

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eyeBlink – conscious blinking for healthy eyes
We want to help people to blink regularly to prevent and heal the computer vision syndrome (such as red or dry eyes) with a program, which will analyse the user eye blink frequency from the images captured by webcam and give feedback to the user when a low eye blink rate is detected.

Worldwide platform, which helps to connect people with local farmers. It is trend in these days to eat healthy and fresh bio-food. Our aim is to provide latest information about fresh local stuff from farmers by mobile phone applications. Solution is based on online notifications from farmers right when they have fresh food for sale. Monetization is based on double way repeated micropayments for the mobile application.

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Worldwide platform, which helps to connect people with local farmers. It is trend in these days to eat healthy and fresh bio-food. Our aim is to provide latest information about fresh local stuff from farmers by mobile phone applications. Solution is based on online notifications from farmers right when they have fresh food for sale. Monetization is based on double way repeated micropayments for the mobile application.

Farmama is reaction to the current situation in food market. People are aware of the low quality of the food they consume. Farmama gives them relevant information and offers them solution how they could start simply planting some food on their balconies. Later Farmama will open an showroom rooftop farm, where we will organize many different workshops and events, where people could learn necessary information and start their own farm […]

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Farmama is reaction to the current situation in food market. People are aware of the low quality of the food they consume. Farmama gives them relevant information and offers them solution how they could start simply planting some food on their balconies. Later Farmama will open an showroom rooftop farm, where we will organize many different workshops and events, where people could learn necessary information and start their own farm on their rooftops.

(1) Consulting on sustainability strategy for waste(2) Modular infrastructure to collect recyclable waste with an integrated awareness layer (QR code and color codes)(3) An inspirational website that provides all the tools necessary to make educated decisions about waste management as an individual (information, testimonials, map of waste-collection points, video of visits of treatment plants)(4) A workshop and team-building service around waste management

Olistic the label explores the connection between human and earth. Inspired by nature fabrics are only made with natural certified organic fibres. The name of the brand comes from the adjective “holistique”, which under OLISTIC THE LABEL essence is reflected as a whole where the human is connecting to the Earth. Everything you do has an impact on the Earth, what you buy, what you eat, how you travel and […]

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Olistic the label explores the connection between human and earth. Inspired by nature fabrics are only made with natural certified organic fibres.

The name of the brand comes from the adjective “holistique”, which under OLISTIC THE LABEL essence is reflected as a whole where the human is connecting to the Earth. Everything you do has an impact on the Earth, what you buy, what you eat, how you travel and live.Produced in portugal, Olistic the label seeks to bring a positive social impact by creating jobs and empower women. The community create luxurious and unique handmade embroidery. There is a real connection between the makers, the designer and the wearers.The brand is redefining evening dresses bending romantic silhouettes with a contemporary bohemian twist. Influenced by boundless landscapes, it offers effortless french elegance with a wild adventurous spirit

Olistic the label will not follow trends, but will offer unique and limited collections. The pieces can be personalized and adjusted to fit different types of bodies.In the olistic way, the brand promote a slow lifestyle where trust, passion and respect is the core

Beazy is a peer-to-peer marketplace where anyone can share what they already do or own with others and make a profit from it. Deliveries are Beazy’s backbone, users make their daily trips profitable by delivering a package on their way. Packages delivered include any belongings or creations users sold or rented through the app. Beazy aims to disrupt the way we consume and become a real alternative to the current […]

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Beazy is a peer-to-peer marketplace where anyone can share what they already do or own with others and make a profit from it.

Deliveries are Beazy’s backbone, users make their daily trips profitable by delivering a package on their way. Packages delivered include any belongings or creations users sold or rented through the app.

Beazy aims to disrupt the way we consume and become a real alternative to the current consumerist society. It connects people and allows us to share more efficiently in order to create better and more sustainable communities around the planet.

Amidst the current political trends of increasing prejudices and social fragmentation, exacerbated by the refugee and migrant crisis caused by war, famine, and climate change political and social structures are facing the difficult task of solving systemic issues that we face in a rising tide of fear and prejudice. The situation requires us as a community to respond with creativity and design initiatives to respond to build trust and understanding […]

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Amidst the current political trends of increasing prejudices and social fragmentation, exacerbated by the refugee and migrant crisis caused by war, famine, and climate change political and social structures are facing the difficult task of solving systemic issues that we face in a rising tide of fear and prejudice. The situation requires us as a community to respond with creativity and design initiatives to respond to build trust and understanding to begin solving these problems together.

Cuisine Lab – a Social Culture & Cooking Lab community of locals and newcomers using culture and cooking as a catalyst for intercultural exchange, personal growth, and integration. We celebrate the importance of our collective diversity, and through building respect and understanding we create opportunities to solve systemic social issues together. Special focus is placed on working with the most vulnerable people and giving them a place where their creativity, skills, and passions can shine.

Activities Interactive Participatory Activities such as:
– Interactive Cultural Dinners, where games, cultural activities and of course delicious food are served
– Collective Cooking Events – where all people come together with ingredients and we cook together to make an beautiful meal together
– Sustainability Dinners – challenge people to cook special sustainability meals, contributing to Zero Waste principles

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Thinkmilk develops devices to monitor vital signs of cows and check milk substances rate and diseases, using machine learning to predict potential losses and allowing Brazilian farmers to prevent epidemics and reach international milk quality standards. Problem description In 2050, the world will need to produce 70% more food to feed an additional 2.3 billion people on the planet. Natural resources are limited and poverty is one of the biggest […]

Problem description
In 2050, the world will need to produce 70% more food to feed an additional 2.3 billion people on the planet. Natural resources are limited and poverty is one of the biggest causes of environmental impact in the world. In the world, 570 million small and medium farmers don’t have enough money or technical skills to manage the quality of their products. Therefore, the milk harvested by them contains high rates of bacteria and somatic cell count, what makes it unfit to be consumed and so rejected by dairy cooperatives, causing the waste of thousands of liters of milk per day in the world, enough milk to feed the 795 million hungry people “Zero Hunger” UN’s goal aims to. Moreover, small and medium farmers represent 58% of the gross worth of Brazilian dairy industry, evaluated in US$ 7 billion. Improving their revenues would bring incomes to 50 million of poor people in the country, helping the country to be closer to accomplish UN’s 9th goal, “Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure”. On the other hand, laboratories control bacteria and somatic cells in milk samples using chemical analysis. This method is expensive (weekly tests are done using samples from each cow’s milk), slow and produce laboratory waste. Considering 90% of the drinkable water in the world comes from aquifers and Brazil has several problems to manage its waste, Thinkmilk is focused on bringing technology to achieve responsible production in milk harvesting, as UN expects with its 12th goal, “Responsible Consumption and Production”.

Solution
Thinkmilk exports the Swiss quality and efficiency to improve the productivity and profits of dairy industry in Europe and in South America. The technology consists in an embedded system composed by two modules: first, a portable device to check the milk substances rate (fat, protein, lactose) and the presence of zoonoses (mastitis, tuberculosis and brucellosis) in milk samples. Second, a wearable device resistant to environment conditions used by cows to check their geolocation and vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, stress, heat, etc.). All the collected data is stored in the cloud and can be easily accessed by the farmer or by the authorized veterinarians using an intuitive and easy to use app for smartphones. It also generates analytics and graphs that can help the farmer to improve the quality of the milk and to quickly prevent the herd in case of risk of diseases and epidemics in the region. Thinkmilk innovates by offering an intelligent and physical technique that reduces laboratory waste produced in traditional analysis, being safer to the environment and allowing data gathering to generate instant diagnostics and forecast by matching milk diseases and vital signs of cows with the use of machine learning.

Challenge Accepted is an App that enables friends to challenge each other in predefined challenges as well as in custom challenges. Most challenges are in the spirit of sustainability to get people try something new and if they like it, to stay with it. We provide them with a fun and easy tool to challenge each other, keep track and share the achievements directly with other friends.

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Challenge Accepted is an App that enables friends to challenge each other in predefined challenges as well as in custom challenges. Most challenges are in the spirit of sustainability to get people try something new and if they like it, to stay with it.
We provide them with a fun and easy tool to challenge each other, keep track and share the achievements directly with other friends.

At the fair traveller we believe that fair travelling should be simple. Environmental and social engagements should be rewarded, fun, and those who take them should find each other, where ever they go. That’s why we built the first participative community platform that allows travellers to easily find unique authentic #fairspots – restaurants, cafés, hotels shops, and other places where people take environmental or social engagements. Through our crowdsourced approach, […]

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At the fair traveller we believe that fair travelling should be simple. Environmental and social engagements should be rewarded, fun, and those who take them should find each other, where ever they go.

That’s why we built the first participative community platform that allows travellers to easily find unique authentic #fairspots – restaurants, cafés, hotels shops, and other places where people take environmental or social engagements. Through our crowdsourced approach, we share their #fairpractices, and connect them with a community of like-minded travellers.

We provide a service to connect neighbors, who are in need of a favor with other neighbors, who have the resources, skills or abilities to fulfill that need. The problem: Social isolation in urban neighborhoods due to increased mobility and the rise of social networks The solution: To decrease social inhibitions and enhance social behaviour. To expand the local network and encourage reciprocal beneficence in short: To promote the exchange […]

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We provide a service to connect neighbors, who are in need of a favor with other neighbors, who have the resources, skills or abilities to fulfill that need.

The problem:
Social isolation in urban neighborhoods due to increased mobility and the rise of social networks

The solution:
To decrease social inhibitions and enhance social behaviour.
To expand the local network and encourage reciprocal beneficence

Zeitgeist – The Zeitgeist is a participative storytelling and graphic design project that provides elderly nursing home residents with a voice in their community and inspires and empowers participants of all generations.

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Zeitgeist – The Zeitgeist is a participative storytelling and graphic design project that provides elderly nursing home residents with a voice in their community and inspires and empowers participants of all generations.

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Uglycious wants to fight foodwaste in providing baskets of normally wasted and unconform fruits and vegetables to the students of the university of St. Gallen. Indeed, 299’000 tons of comestible vegetables and fruits are wasted each year in Switzerland because of their unconformity. Our project is to change that by directly bringing these edible products to the consumers.

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Uglycious wants to fight foodwaste in providing baskets of normally wasted and unconform fruits and vegetables to the students of the university of St. Gallen. Indeed, 299’000 tons of comestible vegetables and fruits are wasted each year in Switzerland because of their unconformity. Our project is to change that by directly bringing these edible products to the consumers.

It’s a place for people to cook, eat and meanwhile connect. We source ingredients, an industrial kitchen and a menu. Guests join via an online platform to cook and eat or just to eat. Guests are encouraged to participate in planning, preparation and enjoy at significantly reduced fee for the meal.

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It’s a place for people to cook, eat and meanwhile connect. We source ingredients, an industrial kitchen and a menu. Guests join via an online platform to cook and eat or just to eat. Guests are encouraged to participate in planning, preparation and enjoy at significantly reduced fee for the meal.

To the good Heinrich – We deliver cheap & sustainable food to urban people whilst at the same time reducing food waste. During lunchtime, a mobile food stand (e-cargo bike) distributes food produced with ingredients that would go to waste due to expiry dates or transport damages.

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To the good Heinrich – We deliver cheap & sustainable food to urban people whilst at the same time reducing food waste. During lunchtime, a mobile food stand (e-cargo bike) distributes food produced with ingredients that would go to waste due to expiry dates or transport damages.

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TawiPay is a comparison website for international money transfer services, targeting in particular remittances reaching the unbanked in the global south. We provide a way to easily and transparently find and compare the different services, and ultimately bring down the cost of sending money abroad.

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TawiPay is a comparison website for international money transfer services, targeting in particular remittances reaching the unbanked in the global south. We provide a way to easily and transparently find and compare the different services, and ultimately bring down the cost of sending money abroad.